Another USPS hearing underway now.

Big USPS data dump this morning. Plaintiffs are trying to distinguish between origin scans and destination scans (among local and non-local ballots) to figure out how many, if any, ballots mailed last minute were delivered in time.

Depending on where a ballot was mailed, what kind of scan it received, how far away it was going, and what the election rules are in the delivery jurisdiction will determine whether a ballot makes it in time to be counted.

A lot of data to trudge through here.

Plaintiffs argue this is why it is important to continue monitoring USPS's delivery efforts and receive data updates.

Parties are now figuring out what they realistically can include in a future court order for USPS to adhere to (Including specifics on ballot sweeps, etc.)

Both Pennsylvania and North Carolina have ballot receipt deadlines tomorrow (for ballots postmarked by election day). The plaintiffs are asking USPS to conduct sweeps of facilities (including Greensboro & Central PA) and ensure ballots headed to those states arrive in time.

Plaintiffs note that USPS released similar data (for example, about sweeps in Texas) that was helpful, so they are asking for similar data for NC and PA. These states are especially important b/c their ballot deadlines are tomorrow.

Reminder- the point of today's hearing is to finalize a court order that is realistic for USPS to comply with. Judge does not want to create an order that is insensitive to USPS policies and might create more slowdowns.

Judge now says the postal managers who joined today's hearing can be excused so they can go back to work and help with the mail.

Sullivan shares his admiration for postal workers, says friends and family had worked for USPS & American voters appreciate them.

Hearing wrapping up.

Judge Sullivan sounds optimistic. Again reiterates his appreciation for postal workers who help democracy work.

Parties are still on the line trying to find specific emails sent earlier in the flurry of data dumps.

Short quip from someone on the line "...and you say the postal service is snail mail!"