USPS cash crisis now projected to occur between 2031 and 2034, with cash flow management issues forcing the agency to borrow from retirement funds to fund operations. Despite initial warnings of potential delivery disruptions, the agency says it is no longer on track to run out of money by 2027. The Postal Service is working to reduce expenses and secure more funding, with a proposed 5% increase to the price of a first-class stamp. A cash crisis is expected to be avoided, but the agency's financial future remains uncertain.
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