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Trump Declares Day of Mourning; USPS Suspends Mail Service

President Donald Trump released a statement proclaiming that out of respect for former President George H.W. Bush, the USPS will suspend regular mail deliveries, retail and administrative activities on Wednesday, Dec. 5

President Donald Trump declared Wednesday, Dec. 5 a National Day of Mourning in remembrance of former President George H.W. Bush.

Bush died Friday night at his home in Houston. He was 94-years-old. His death was announced by his office and came less than eight months after his wife, Barbara Bush died. The two were married for 73 years.

President Trump released a statement proclaiming that out of respect for the 41st president of the United States, the United States Postal Service will suspend regular mail deliveries, retail and administrative activities on Wednesday, Dec. 5.

The U.S. Postal Service says they will limit package delivery service that day to ensure the network remains fluid in package deliveries. They added that the decision for limited deliveries is to not have any impacts that will negatively affect customers during the remainder of the holiday season.

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