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Hawley Urges USPS for Answers on Delivery Delays in St. Louis Region
U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has raised concerns about the ongoing mail delivery issues in the St. Louis region, prompting him to take action by reaching out to the United States Postal Service (USPS).In a letter addressed to USPS Inspector General Tammy Whitcomb Hull, Senator Hawley emphasized the urgency of the situation by highlighting the struggles faced by Missouri residents. He stated, "Recently, a growing number of Missouri residents from the St. Louis area have contacted my office, citing insufficient mail delivery services. For some constituents, the result...
Failed Biden Trade Policies Mean Falling Ag Exports Hurting American Farmers
American farmers and ranchers have been facing significant challenges due to the repercussions of President Biden's trade policies. The U.S. agricultural trade deficit has been on the rise, reaching $21 billion in 2023, a stark contrast to the average trade surplus during the previous administration.According to the Ways and Means Committee, feedback gathered from Americans directly contradicts U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai's minimization of the impact of increasing agricultural trade deficits. The Committee highlighted the hardships faced by American farmers...