Letter Carriers Rally Against Postal Service Overhaul in Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY – The National Association of Letter Carriers held a rally on Tuesday at Tropicana Atlantic City to oppose reported efforts to restructure the U.S. Postal Service.

ATLANTIC CITY – The National Association of Letter Carriers held a rally on Tuesday at Tropicana Atlantic City to oppose reported efforts to restructure the U.S. Postal Service. The event featured remarks from letter carrier group president Brian Renfroe, as union members voiced concerns over potential changes to the agency's independent status. President Donald Trump has proposed shifting the Postal Service under the federal Commerce Department, arguing the move would improve efficiency and curb financial losses. However, the letter carriers’ union warns the plan could eliminate oversight, raise shipping costs, and jeopardize millions of jobs. They also argue it could disrupt service in rural areas and shift financial burdens onto taxpayers. The Postal Service has long operated without direct taxpayer funding but has faced financial challenges due to declining first-class mail volume and retiree benefit obligations. Trump has been critical of the agency’s financial management, previously suggesting increased shipping rates and even considering privatization. The rally aimed to mobilize opposition against any executive action that could alter the agency’s structure. Postal workers and supporters emphasized the importance of maintaining the current system, particularly for rural communities that rely on USPS for essential deliveries.