USPS Faces Financial Crisis as Postmaster General Pushes for Full Unionization
Louis DeJoy's unionization efforts spark controversy amid mounting $9.5 billion deficit.
- Postmaster General Louis DeJoy is under scrutiny for advocating a fully unionized USPS while the agency faces a significant budget deficit.
- DeJoy's comments about achieving a '100% unionized' operation have raised concerns among allies of President-elect Donald Trump.
- The USPS reported a $9.5 billion loss this year, an increase of $3 billion compared to the previous year.
- DeJoy aims to 'in source' jobs previously outsourced, which he believes will help address the agency's fiscal challenges.
- Despite the financial difficulties, DeJoy remains optimistic about a restructuring plan to avert a potential government bailout.