Lawmakers express concerns about the Postal Service's ability to handle mail ballots for the November election during a congressional hearing.

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy attempted to reassure the House Appropriations subcommittee that the USPS is equipped to handle the delivery of mail ballots efficiently, asserting that nearly 100% of ballots would arrive on time. However, lawmakers highlighted their apprehensions, particularly related to a broader 10-year plan aimed at consolidating mail processing centers, which they fear could hinder timely delivery, especially in rural areas. DeJoy defended the plan, stating that it would not affect mail ballot handling during the critical election period and emphasized improvements made in training and operational procedures to ensure ballots are processed correctly. Nonetheless, the scrutiny from lawmakers reflects a broader unease about the reliability of mail services as the election approaches, with past incidents of ballots arriving late contributing to their doubts.