The US Postal Service wants to change how it reports its own performance

The US Postal Service has asked its regulator to change the rules for how it reports its financial and operational performance. This could make it harder for the public to understand how well the Postal Service is actually doing.

The Postal Service is a critical piece of US infrastructure, and its performance affects every business and household. If the rules for reporting its performance become less transparent, it will be harder to hold the agency accountable for its service quality and financial health. This change could mask operational issues or financial strains that would otherwise be visible to the public and Congress.