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USPS to Cut 10,000 Jobs and Billions in Costs Under DeJoy's Reform Plan

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy seeks assistance from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency to address financial challenges and operational inefficiencies.

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U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy responds to a question during an interview with Reuters at the U.S. Postal Service Headquarters in Washington, U.S., April 20, 2022. Picture taken April 20, 2022. REUTERS/Leah Millis/File photo
The United States Postal Service is working with DOGE. Photo: Patrick T. Fallon/AFP via Getty Images
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Overview

  • Louis DeJoy has requested help from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to implement cost-cutting measures at USPS.
  • The reform plan includes reducing the USPS workforce by 10,000 employees and cutting billions of dollars from its budget.
  • DeJoy outlined areas for DOGE to review, including retail leases, counterfeit postage, unfunded congressional mandates, and regulatory burdens.
  • Democratic lawmakers have called for a hearing to increase transparency around DOGE's role in USPS reforms.
  • Stamp prices are set to increase in July 2025, with planned hikes continuing through 2027, intensifying public scrutiny of USPS leadership.