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Supreme Court Shields USPS from Lawsuits Over Mail Delivery Issues

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has decided that the United States Postal Service (USPS) cannot be sued for intentionally withholding or misdelivering mail, even in cases involving allegations of racial discrimination. In a 5-4 split decision, the Court blocked a lawsuit brought by a Texas woman who claimed the Postal Service failed to deliver her mail due to her race. The ruling reinforces the legal protections afforded to the USPS, stating that it is immune from lawsuits under federal tort law for mail delivery decisions. This decision has broader implications for mail voting and civil rights, as it limits accountability for potential mail delivery discrimination.
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