U.S. Postal Service Defies Court Order To Check For Missing Ballots

A federal judge ordered the USPS to check for missing ballots in 15 states by 3:30 PM on Election Day. The USPS, however, followed its own schedule, citing disruption concerns. The judge accepted this but scheduled a hearing to discuss compliance issues.

What was the main reason for the federal judge's order to the USPS?

• To reduce the number of missing ballots in future elections.

• To ensure all ballots were delivered on time for the election.

• To improve the efficiency of mail processing facilities.

• To increase the number of mail processing facilities.

How did the USPS respond to the judge's order?

• By requesting more time to comply with the order.

• By refusing to conduct any inspections.

• By stating it would follow its own inspection schedule.

• By immediately complying with the judge's schedule.

What was the USPS's planned schedule for election night?

• 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM

• 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM

• 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

• 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

What action did Judge Sullivan take after the USPS's response?

• He canceled the order.

• He accepted the response and took no further action.

• He scheduled a hearing to discuss compliance issues.

• He issued a fine to the USPS.

What was the purpose of the scheduled hearing by Judge Sullivan?

• To congratulate the USPS on their efficiency.

• To discuss the results of the election.

• To discuss the apparent lack of compliance with the court's order.

• To plan for future elections.