U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy told Congress he signed an agreement with Elon Musk’s DOGE government reform team to help the struggling Postal Service address major inefficiencies. USPS, which lost $9.5 billion last year, plans to cut 10,000 jobs next month through early retirements.
DOGE, focused on shrinking government agencies, will assist with cost-cutting efforts. DeJoy blamed the Postal Regulatory Commission for $50 billion in losses, while critics argue USPS mismanaged $100 billion in financial aid. Democrats fear DOGE’s involvement could lead to privatization.
Meanwhile, reports suggest Donald Trump is considering firing the USPS board or merging it with the Commerce Department. As DeJoy prepares to step down, USPS is implementing cost-saving measures to address declining mail volumes.
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