A federal judge in New York ordered the U.S. Postal Service to prioritize all election mail so that each vote arrives in time to be counted.
After several people filed lawsuits against the Trump administration and Postmaster General Louis DeJoy over concerns that cuts at the Postal Service could affect the flow of absentee ballots, U.S. District Judge Victor Marrero ruled on Monday that the Postal Service must ensure that election mail is delivered in a timely fashion. Marrero gave the plaintiffs and the Trump administration until noon on Friday to finalize plans that will ensure that the Postal Service can meet the requirements of the court’s findings.
Real journalism.Trusted by millions.
Unlimited access to in-depth reporting, expert analysis, and the stories that shape our country.
Already a member? Log in