USPS plans to cut 10,000 jobs for budget reform

The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) plans to cut 10,000 jobs and billions from its budget, collaborating with Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This agreement aims to address financial issues and improve efficiency within the agency. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy announced the cuts will occur through a voluntary early retirement program within 30 days. Critics, including Democratic Rep. Gerald Connolly, express concerns that this partnership may lead to privatization and negatively impact service, especially in rural areas. USPS has struggled financially, previously cutting 30,000 jobs in 2021. The agency aims to reduce operating costs by over $3.5 billion annually while facing ongoing challenges, including declining first-class mail volume and calls for privatization.