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The US Postal Service Does More Than Deliver Mail

With talk of cuts to the USPS swirling, here are the ways it provides vital services to the nation’s older adults.

Kiplinger

The US Postal Service has been struggling for years. Now Trump's talking about privatizing it

The U.S. Postal Service is facing an uncertain future after the resignation this week of Postmaster General Louis DeJoy and the suggestion by President Donald Trump and Elon Musk of possibly privatizing the mail service

The Independent UK

USPS Chief Louis DeJoy Resigns Amid Privatization Debate, Trump Administration Scrutiny

Louis DeJoy, appointed postmaster general during the COVID-19 pandemic, announced in February that he would step down. He led the USPS through the pandemic and two high-turnout elections with increased mail-in ballots.

International Business Times

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USPS head Louis DeJoy resigns amid reported clash over DOGE access to mail system

The Republican donor was appointed by Trump himself in the thick of the Covid-19 pandemic, but reportedly fell out of favor by clashing with DOGE

The Independent UK

‘Not for sale’: USPS workers hold day of action to warn of Trump’s ‘illegal takeover’

Employees brace for president to transfer or privatize Postal Service, which they say will slash jobs and boost prices

The Guardian - US

A Migrant Says She Was Attacked By Postal Worker; But Rather Than Helping, ICE Detained Her For Deportation

Margarita Avila's family says she was wearing earplugs when the postal worker asked her to move, which led to a dispute that resulted in her detention.

Latin Times

US Postal Service Signs Deal With Elon Musk's DOGE For Reform, Plans 10,000 Job Cuts

In a letter to Congress on Thursday, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy revealed that the USPS will work with DOGE to help fix "big problems" and reduce costs. As part of the plan, the agency will cut 10,000 jobs over the next month through a voluntary early retirement program.

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USPS agrees to work with DOGE on reform, planning to cut 10,000 workers

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy has agreed to cut 10,000 workers and billions of dollars from the U.S. Postal Service budget

The Independent UK

The US Postal Service helped build the Black middle class. Trump could end that legacy

Trump is expected to privatize the USPS, where Black people make up 29% of the staff, and cut down on the number of jobs

The Guardian - US

Elon Musk Backs Plan To Privatise USPS And Amtrak As Trump's Cost-Cutting Crusade Escalates

DOGE chief Elon Musk recently signalled at a conference that the USPS and the passenger rail service Amtrak should be privatised to resolve their long-standing financial challenges.

International Business Times UK

Trump administration briefing: Israeli hostage to visit White House; Russia admires US foreign policy

Eli Sharabi expected to meet Donald Trump on Tuesday; Kremlin says US views now ‘largely’ coincide with Moscow’s own foreign policy vision – key US politics stories from Sunday at a glance

The Guardian - US

US Postal Service faces murky future as Trump mulls dismantling institution

Resistance to any proposals remains speculative until administration lays out its plan for the federal agency

The Guardian - US

Marjorie Taylor Greene States That Federal Employees 'Do Not Deserve' Their Paychecks in Defense of DOGE Cuts

Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene stated in a house committee meeting that federal employees do not deserve their employment or compensation.

International Business Times

Trump is pushing to make USPS private – here’s why it could harm his base

‘It would be catastrophic,’ one economist said

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USPS Postmaster General Louis Dejoy To Step Down

Louis DeJoy, Postmaster General of USPS, to step down after facing challenges and implementing changes during his tenure.

International Business Times

USPS Postmaster General Louis DeJoy To Step Down

DeJoy became the head of the postal service in 2020 during a period of major financial and operational challenges.

Kiplinger

Mail Theft Crisis: Why Your IRS Tax Refund Is At Risk

Millions of dollars in tax refunds were stolen in the mail last year. Here's what you should know.

Reason

Trump's Tariffs Require Customs Agents To Check All Mail from China

Eliminating tariff exemptions will increase import delivery times and make direct-to-consumer goods more expensive.

Latin Times

Most Markets Track Wall St Gains, USPS Rethink Provides Boost

Global equities have been hit by volatility this week after US President Donald Trump announced hefty tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico.

Tom’s Hardware

USPS had ceased accepting parcels from China and Hong Kong late Tuesday, potentially affecting numerous PC parts — service was restored by early Wednesday

The USPS is working with the CBP to build a system that will efficiently check every arriving parcel from China to charge import duties.

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