Staff Reports
Democrats are breaking out in cold sweats over President Trump’s latest musings on reforming the United States Postal Service. In a recent conversation during the swearing-in ceremony for Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Trump took aim at the beleaguered institution, which has been practically hemorrhaging money for years. Though specifics were scant, the former president floated the idea of a merger to bring a bit of corporate flair to the storied post office, a concept that has left the left clutching their pearls.
While Trump didn’t lay out a specific plan, the mere suggestion that the Postal Service could be improved got Democrats riled up faster than a cat in a room full of rocking chairs. They’re rightfully worried, as Trump’s vision could very well include fixing an institution that critics have labeled a “tremendous loser” when it comes to finances—something they’re clearly not keen on facing. Trump commented that the goal is to create a post office that doesn’t operate at a loss and, despite how much they might wish for a cozy status quo, he has proposed some much-needed changes to breathe new life into the Postal Service.
In a dramatic display of urgency, the House Oversight Committee Democrats penned a letter urging Trump to back off his proposed reforms. Ranking member Gerry Connolly of Virginia led the charge, warning that restructuring the Postal Service could jeopardize its reliability and affordability. It seems the notion that the federal government could operate more efficiently if it took a few lessons from the private sector is scary enough to send them into a frenzy. A nod to the established inefficiencies of the USPS is met with hand-wringing and horror by those who thrive in government jobs.
Despite the Post Office not relying on congressional funding—and instead generating revenue through its services—Democrats remain convinced that the institution is as vital as the oxygen they breathe. Connolly went on to wax poetic about how the USPS is mandated to reach every single mailbox in America, which, to private companies, is about as appealing as working a holiday shift. Apparently, the Democrats believe this obligation gives them a claim to keep the ailing service afloat, while they bury their heads in the sand regarding the agency’s financial troubles.
Change is hard. We all understand. When you hear the reasons why this quasi-government entity needs to be dismantled it makes sense. The shame is USPS sold a bag of “magic” rocks to its employees with a Yuge benefit package and not getting canned.
— Freddy Garrido (@FreddyGarr75330) February 24, 2025
In their frenzy, the letter also expressed concerns that Trump’s plans could turn the USPS into a political plaything, subjected to the whims of whichever administration is in power. Oh, the irony. The Democrats have made a career of using government control as a means of maintaining influence, yet they now raise alarm bells at the thought of political interference via reforms that could stem from a common-sense approach to management. It’s clear they fear that the long-term entrenched inefficiencies may be shaking in their boots at the thought of real change coming down the line.
As if they needed more to worry about, the discussion surrounds the recent announcement that Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, who was appointed during Trump’s initial term, is stepping down. Just as Trump starts stirring the pot, the Democrats find themselves frantically defending a sinking ship, all while the potential for reform looms. The Postal Service may have been a sacred cow for the left, but Trump’s ability to suggest improvements has set off alarm bells that could lead to serious changes. The only question remaining is: how many more letters will it take before they finally get the message?
