Trump's USPS Control Plan Faces Legal Challenges

President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to take control of the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) by dissolving its governing board and placing it under the Department of Commerce, led by Secretary Howard Lutnick. This move aligns with Trump's past actions to consolidate federal agencies under executive control and is expected to face legal challenges due to potential violations of federal law that ensures USPS's independence. Despite the White House denying these plans, reports suggest an executive order might be imminent. The postal workers' union opposes the plan, calling it unlawful. This potential takeover coincides with Postmaster General Louis DeJoy's announced resignation amid discussions about privatizing the USPS, a prospect with widespread implications for mail services across the U.S. The USPS's board has already begun preparing legal actions to counter any executive attempts to alter its structure.