The Board of Governors of the Postal Service is set to oppose any takeover attempts by the Trump administration, according to an NBC report that cites two sources familiar with the board’s intentions. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, confirmed this week, allegedly discussed with Trump in December the plan to place the Postal Service under the jurisdiction of the Commerce Department, according to one of the sources.
As reported by The Washington Post yesterday, the president intends to dismantle the leadership of the USPS and integrate it within his administration.
“We strongly urge you to immediately cease any plans that would privatize the Postal Service or jeopardize its independence,” the Democrats, led by Oversight Committee ranking member Gerald Connolly, D-Va., stated.
“Any initiative to privatize the Postal Service or transfer it into an executive branch department necessitates explicit authorization from Congress, which will not be granted,” they further asserted, referencing Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution that empowers Congress to establish post offices.
Additionally, the Democrats cautioned that any attempts to disrupt the independence of the Postal Service could impair its ability to deliver mail and generate revenue.
“The plans you are reportedly considering for the Postal Service could endanger the prompt and affordable delivery of essential medications, mail-in ballots, critical financial documents, and correspondence from loved ones, particularly in rural or economically disadvantaged areas that the private sector often neglects,” the Democrats emphasized.
