Amid concerns about mail-in voting this election, Democrats are pushing to provide additional funding for the U.S. Postal Service. The issue prompted concerns from both parties, but many GOP lawmakers opposed the Democrats’ proposed legislation. During Saturday’s congressional hearing, Republicans voiced concerns over the “Delivering for America Act,” which would give $25 billion to the agency.
Rep. Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.) cited Democrats’ attacks on Postmaster General Louis DeJoy as an ironic reason to provide more funding. He further suggested they are throwing money at a problem that does not exist. “You’re going to give the postmaster general an additional $25 billion,” stated Biggs. “You don’t trust him, but you’re going to give him $25 billion dollars, when he already has $15 billion cash on hand and $10 billion credit.”
