For anyone awaiting a package from abroad, the journey from “Processed Through Facility” to “Arrived at USPS Regional Facility” can feel like a black hole. This delay often occurs at the border, where U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is the final gatekeeper. A combination of heightened security, staffing challenges, and complex regulations is creating significant bottlenecks for international mail. The core of the issue lies in increased scrutiny. In an effort to combat the flow of illicit goods, particularly synthetic drugs like fentanyl, CBP has ramped up inspections of international… Read More »