Today, Explained The mail, man
Aug 17, 2020
Adam Clark Estes, a reporter from Recode and Vox, offers a deep dive into the current crisis at the United States Postal Service. He's joined by Rep. Gerry Connolly, who is calling for the resignation of the postmaster general amid fears of election interference. They discuss the ramifications of leadership changes, public outrage over mail-in voting, and the potential for Congress to intervene. With the election looming, they highlight how USPS issues could jeopardize ballot integrity and the urgent need for reform to restore public trust.
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USPS in Crisis
- The United States Postal Service (USPS) faces financial woes, exacerbated by new leadership.
- These issues threaten the 2020 election's integrity and outcome.
DeJoy's Cost-Cutting Measures
- Postmaster General Louis DeJoy implemented cost-cutting measures like banning overtime and reducing transportation.
- This has led to significant mail delays and backlogs, raising concerns.
Mail Sorting Machines
- Mail sorting machines, crucial for processing millions of letters per hour, are being removed.
- This raises concerns about mail-in ballot processing capacity for the election.