California Officials Urge Voters to Mail Ballots Early Due to Postal Service Changes
California state leaders are advising voters who plan to vote by mail in the upcoming primary election to send their ballots by Tuesday, May 26, 2026. This recommendation comes in response to a recent change in the United States Postal Service's mail processing procedures. Under the new system, mail collected from post offices and USPS collection boxes located more than 50 miles from a regional hub is picked up the following day. Consequently, mail-in ballots dropped off on Election Day, June 2, may not be postmarked until the next day, potentially disqualifying them from being counted. Voters who miss the recommended mailing deadline have alternative options, such as dropping their ballots at voting centers or ballot boxes, or requesting a postmark at a post office. The primary election features significant races, including those for Los Angeles mayor and California governor. 
