Louis DeJoy has resigned as USPS Postmaster General amid growing scrutiny and privatization concerns. Deputy Postmaster General Doug Tulino will temporarily lead the agency until officials appoint a permanent successor. DeJoy, who assumed the role in 2020, announced his resignation on Monday.
DeJoy’s Notoriety and Disputations
DeJoy guided the USPS Postmaster through a number of difficulties, such as the COVID-19 epidemic and two presidential elections with record-breaking mail-in voting. A ten-year strategy plan to save costs and boost output was also given by him.
However, his leadership faced backlash due to operational changes that slowed mail delivery and a series of postage rate hikes. Under DeJoy, the cost of a First-Class domestic stamp rose to $0.73 from $0.55.
Privatization Concerns and Trump’s Plans
DeJoy’s resignation comes as President Donald Trump has proposed shifting USPS oversight to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, suggesting a possible move toward privatization. Tech billionaire and White House adviser Elon Musk has also backed the privatization push.
DeJoy acknowledged the progress made but warned that USPS needs further changes to remain sustainable.
“It has been one of the pleasures of my life and a crowning achievement of my career to have been associated with this cherished institution,” said DeJoy.
Union Response and Future Outlook
The American Postal Workers Union (APWU) has expressed concern over Trump’s privatization efforts. Union President Mark Dimondstein called on USPS to appoint a successor committed to maintaining public ownership of the service.
“Privatized postal services will lead to higher postage prices and a lower quality of service to the public,” Dimondstein said.
With 30,000 jobs already cut since 2021 and plans for further reductions, USPS employees remain uncertain about the agency’s future. All eyes are now on the USPS Board of Governors as they search for a new leader.
Source: CNN
