Postal Service Chief Pledges 'Heroic Efforts' to Ensure Timely Mail Ballot Delivery

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy addresses criticism and outlines measures to handle the expected surge in mail-in ballots for the November 5 election.

DeJoy announced that the Postal Service will collect and deliver mail ballots more frequently and keep processing centers open the Sunday before Election Day.
Election officials have raised concerns about late or unpostmarked ballots, citing issues from the primary season.
DeJoy encouraged voters to mail their ballots at least seven days before the deadline and to use post office counters for postmarking.
The Postal Service plans to implement special measures, including extra deliveries, designated lines at post offices, and after-hours drop-offs to ensure timely ballot delivery.
DeJoy acknowledged the challenge of navigating different state election laws and committed to increased coordination with election officials.