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The United States is escalating trade disputes with Canada and China, proposing new tariffs and visa fee hikes, while simultaneously implementing a containment strategy and economic sanctions against Iran. These actions are contributing to heightened global economic and diplomatic tensions.
A federal judge has temporarily halted the US Postal Service (USPS) from implementing part of a directive aimed at limiting mail-in voting, a measure supported by the Trump administration.
A US judge has sided with the NAACP, blocking the US Postal Service from implementing proposed restrictions on mail-in ballots. This ruling prevents the Postal Service from carrying out a Trump administration order that would have limited mail ballot delivery.
US Postmaster General Steiner stated that the agency's business model is no longer viable, with ongoing operations being financed by employee pension funds, leading to calls for government assistance.
The US Postal Service (USPS) has proposed a new rule that would require states to share voter information for verification or face a halt in mail-in ballot delivery.
The US Postal Service has released a new stamp featuring an origami crane, intended to convey a message of peace.
The US Postal Service is issuing special edition bald eagle stamps to commemorate America's 250th birthday and highlight conservation efforts. The stamps showcase the bird's various life stages and are available for purchase nationwide.
Photos of meals posted by Marines on the USS Abraham Lincoln have angered families, who are concerned about food shortages and low morale among soldiers in the Middle East after the US postal service suspended package deliveries due to the war with Iran.
The United States Postal Service is proposing to increase the price of stamps to 82 cents.
The U.S. Postal Service has confirmed its first-ever fuel surcharge on packages, an 8% fee effective April 26 until January 2027, driven by rising oil prices, despite the global oil market being described as 'calm'.
The U.S. Postal Service is set to implement its first-ever fuel surcharge on packages, a move that could impact shipping costs nationwide.
Amazon clarified its relationship with USPS, stating negotiations for a renewed agreement were abruptly ended by the postal service in December after over a year of good-faith discussions.
US Postal Service expects to run out of cash in a year without help from Congress, postmaster says AP News
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration's visa ban on 75 countries was illegal, striking down the policy. This decision comes amidst other developments including Trump's warning about impeachment if Republicans lose the midterm elections and new tariffs on Canada.
The US Postal Service (USPS) plans to request financial assistance from Congress to support its operations, an unusual move as the agency works to address its ongoing financial challenges.
Senator Josh Hawley has initiated an investigation into the US Postal Service, demanding internal records regarding dumped mail in St. Louis, executive bonuses, and potential criminal wrongdoing.
The US Postal Service is defending its plan to require states to disclose mail voting lists.
The US Postal Service, which had warned of running out of money, has freed up enough cash to continue operations for "several years" by suspending payments to a retirement fund.
The US Postal Service has announced a suspension of non-essential spending as it faces a significant cash crunch.
The US Postal Service is reportedly considering a new rule that would permit the secure mailing of handguns within states and with restrictions across states, a practice not allowed for nearly a century.
The U.S. Postal Service continues to face significant financial difficulties, with its business model largely unchanged since 1970. Officials are proposing measures such as decreasing service and increasing prices to address the agency's troubles.
Cash-strapped US Postal Service suspends contributions to pension plan Reuters
The US Postal Service is set to implement its first-ever fuel surcharge on packages, a move that will impact shipping costs for consumers and businesses, according to an exclusive report.
The US Postal Service is seeking a temporary 8% price increase to help offset rising fuel costs.
The US Postal Service's postmaster has warned that the agency will run out of cash within a year if it does not receive assistance from Congress, reiterating concerns that it could be out of money as soon as October.
The US Postal Service is hiring restructuring advisers as it faces the possibility of running out of money by 2027.
The U.S. Postal Service has issued new rules to tighten mail-in voting procedures, despite federal court orders aimed at easing restrictions. These new guidelines could impact the accessibility of mail-in ballots.
A US Postal Service worker is accused of stealing and redeeming a winning Florida lottery ticket.
The U.S. Postal Service announced that its cash crisis is now delayed until at least 2031, but the agency's finances remain unstable, exacerbated by political controversies involving Trump officials.
The US Postal Service has issued a proposal that could block mail ballots in states that do not turn over voter data, a move challenged by Democrats and voting-rights groups as a harmful federal intrusion affecting millions of voters.
The US Postal Service has proposed a new rule that would require states to provide lists of voters for mail-in ballots.
Germany's DHL hires US Postal Service for last-mile US parcel deliveries Reuters
The US Postal Service announced a reduction in its operating loss to $642 million, indicating an improvement in its financial performance.
The U.S. Postal Service is proposing price increases and delaying retirement fund payments in its latest efforts to avert a looming financial crisis. These measures follow an 8 percent package surcharge set to take effect later this month.
Amazon has finalized a deal with the US Postal Service to deliver a billion packages annually, retaining 80% of its current deliveries with the financially struggling USPS.
The U.S. Postal Service is set to implement its first-ever fuel surcharge on packages, a move likely to impact shipping costs for consumers and businesses.
French media reports indicate that US President Donald Trump ignored repeated warnings from his intelligence services about the risk of Iranian retaliation and a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz before launching attacks that escalated tensions in the Gulf.
Amazon has reportedly surpassed the US Postal Service to become the largest parcel carrier in the United States, marking a significant shift in the logistics industry.
The US Postal Service has engaged a restructuring firm as it faces a significant cash crunch.