USPS Reports Successful Election Mail Delivery

The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) reported that nearly 100% of mail-in ballots for the 2024 general election were delivered to election officials within a week, with 97.7% arriving within three days, despite challenges like hurricanes and misdirected mail. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy highlighted that over 99 million ballots were processed, aided by extra deliveries and collections to ensure timely delivery. However, 150,630 ballots sent between Oct. 31 and Election Day failed to reach election offices on time, prompting USPS to suggest states revise their election deadlines to better align with mail delivery realities. While the overall performance was strong, issues were noted in several states where ballots were misdirected, raising concerns about potential voter disenfranchisement. This report comes as the USPS prepares for an upcoming House Oversight Committee hearing focused on the agency's ongoing transformation plan aimed at enhancing efficiency and sustainability. The hearings are expected to address both the successes and the operational shortcomings highlighted during the election period.