"U.S. Postal Service Implements Stamp Price Hike Today"
The United States Postal Service has implemented a stamp price increase, with the cost of a first-class mail stamp rising from 66 to 68 cents. This marks the fifth rate increase since August 2021, and comes amidst criticism for rapid price hikes and their impact on mail usage. The USPS cites the need to offset inflation and address a previously flawed pricing model. Additionally, priority mail and ground prices are also increasing by over five percent.