Keep the US Postal Service Independent (UPDATED 3/18)
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March 18, 2025: US Postmaster General Louis DeJoy has officially partnered with DOGE to cut 10,000 workers and install other changes across the USPS. Decimating the USPS will do far more harm than good.
Donald Trump is planning to take control of the United States Postal Service after firing the entire Postal Board and placing the agency under the control of the Commerce Department. The Postal Board of Governors cannot be legally dismissed without cause, and Trump’s attempt to override the system is an illegal takeover that threatens mail-in voting, veterans’ jobs, and the public’s ability to receive affordable mail service. This comes just days after Postmaster General Louis DeJoy announced his resignation following five controversial years at the agency. The USPS is mandated to provide affordable service to every zip code, but privatization could result in significant price hikes, post office closures, and slower mail—especially in rural areas.
Beyond delivering mail, USPS is also one of the largest employers in the country, with over 635,000 workers—including nearly 100,000 military members and veterans in its workforce. Privatization would put these jobs at risk.
Congress must act now to prevent this blatant power grab and ensure the USPS remains independent, affordable, and accessible to all Americans.
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I'm calling to demand [REP/SEN NAME] take immediate action to stop DOGE and Postmaster General DeJoy's plan to fire 10,000 workers from the USPS, as well as any other moves toward privatizing the USPS. We need a postal service that remains independent, staffed at full working capacity, and accessible to all Americans.
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