What Happened
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has put forth a proposed rule that could significantly impact mail-in voting. According to Postmaster General David Steiner, the rule would mean that USPS would not deliver mail ballots to states that do not provide voter rolls. Steiner stated this position while engaging with Senate Democrats.
This proposed policy has been framed by some reports as a response to directives or proposals from President Trump. One outlet suggested the USPS is bending to Trump's will regarding vote-by-mail. Another headline indicated that the Postal Service would restrict mail-in voting under a proposal attributed to Trump.
The Postmaster General has defended the USPS's proposed rule concerning mail-in ballots in discussions with Senate Democrats. The specifics of the proposed rule indicate that states failing to comply with providing voter rolls to the USPS could see their mail ballot deliveries halted.
Key Facts
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The U.S. Postal Service has proposed a rule regarding mail-in ballot delivery.
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Postmaster General David Steiner stated the rule would halt mail ballot delivery to states that do not provide voter rolls.
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Postmaster General Steiner defended the proposal to Senate Democrats.
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Some reports link the proposal to President Trump.
