U.S. Postal Service Postmaster General Louis DeJoy has announced his resignation. In a three-page letter to the U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors on Monday, DeJoy outlined his decision and urged the board to begin the search for his successor immediately.
While there is still significant work ahead to secure the Postal Service’s financial viability while fulfilling our essential public service mission, I have decided that now is the time to begin the process of identifying my successor and preparing the Postal Service for this transition,” DeJoy stated in his letter.
Today, I am formally requesting that you begin the process of selecting a successor for my role as Postmaster General,” DeJoy added. “During this transition, I remain committed to dedicating my time and energy to ensuring a smooth handover with minimal disruption to the Postal Service and the American people. My goal is to position both my successor and the Postal Service for long-term success.”
On Tuesday, the USPS released a statement in which Board of Governors Chairwoman Amber McReynolds commended DeJoy for his efforts. Louis DeJoy has steadfastly served the nation and the Postal Service over the past five years,” McReynolds stated.
The Governors deeply appreciate his unwavering leadership and relentless efforts to modernize the Postal Service, reversing decades of neglect.
She further praised DeJoy, saying,
Louis is a fighter, and he has fought tirelessly for the men and women of the Postal Service, ensuring that the American people continue to receive reliable and affordable service for years to come.
DeJoy Plans USPS Leadership Transition
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DeJoy acknowledged that while significant work remains to ensure the Postal Service’s long-term financial viability, he has decided to begin the process of identifying his successor and preparing the organization for this transition. He emphasized the importance of establishing leadership whose tenure will span the ongoing multi-year initiatives aimed at modernizing operations. Reflecting on his four and a half years at the helm, DeJoy stated that it is time to consider the next phase of his life while ensuring the Postal Service is well-prepared for the future.
He highlighted the Postal Service’s commitment to reducing costs by over $4 billion annually, increasing revenue by more than $5 billion, and restructuring its operations to integrate mail and package deliveries more effectively. DeJoy underscored the progress made in implementing these necessary changes and expressed confidence in the leadership team he has cultivated. He stressed the need for a well-planned transition to a new postmaster general who understands the mission and can guide the organization forward. Pledging his support during the transition, DeJoy expressed certainty that the Postal Service will be positioned for future success under new leadership.
Expressing his pride in the Postal Service’s 640,000 employees, DeJoy commended their resilience in overcoming challenges posed by a restrictive legislative and regulatory framework. He recognized their dedication to public service and their willingness to embrace changes aimed at improving operations. Serving alongside them, he said, has been a highlight of his career, and he looks forward to continuing to work with them during his remaining tenure.
DeJoy was appointed to lead the Postal Service in the spring of 2020, amid significant operational and financial challenges. Recognizing the need for large-scale transformation, he, along with his team and the Board of Governors, developed the Delivering for America plan—a 10-year strategy to ensure financial sustainability and operational excellence. This initiative focused on optimizing network efficiency, revising business models to address structural financial challenges, implementing pricing and product strategies to drive revenue growth, and investing in workforce development, facilities, and technology.
Now four years into the plan, DeJoy noted that the organization has made substantial progress, with its strategic direction clearly defined and early results demonstrating its effectiveness. The Postal Service has successfully undertaken a large-scale organizational transformation while maintaining six-day-a-week mail and package delivery to over 168 million addresses.
During his tenure, nearly every aspect of the Postal Service’s operations has undergone significant change. While acknowledging that some service disruptions occurred as a result of the transformation, DeJoy emphasized that these changes were crucial for ensuring the long-term sustainability and success of the Postal Service.
USPS: Self-Financing and Committed to Service
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The United States Postal Service (USPS) is an independent federal entity required to be self-sustaining while providing affordable, reliable, and secure mail and package delivery to 169 million addresses across the country, six or even seven days a week. Managed by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the USPS is executing a 10-year transformation plan called Delivering for America, aimed at modernizing the postal network, ensuring long-term financial stability, significantly enhancing service across all mail and shipping categories, and preserving its status as one of America’s most trusted and valued brands.
The USPS does not receive tax dollars for its operating expenses and instead relies on revenue from the sale of postage, products, and services to fund its operations.
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