Trump Signals Support for Privatizing the U.S. Postal Service

The former president calls privatization 'not the worst idea,' sparking concerns over potential impacts on rural communities and universal mail service.

Donald Trump has expressed openness to privatizing the U.S. Postal Service, an idea he described as 'not the worst' during recent remarks at Mar-a-Lago.
Critics argue privatization could end the USPS's universal service obligation, which ensures mail delivery to all Americans, including those in remote rural areas.
The USPS, established in 1775 and enshrined in the Constitution, is one of the most popular federal agencies, with over 70% of Americans holding a favorable view of it.
Proponents of privatization, including some House Republicans and Trump advisors, cite the agency's financial losses as justification, though the USPS operates as a public service rather than a for-profit entity.
Opponents warn privatization would lead to higher costs for consumers, reduced access in underserved areas, and the erosion of a key public institution that connects the nation.