What is wrong with the post office?

The 2020-2021 United States Postal Service crisis is a series of events that have caused backlogs and delays in the delivery of mail by the United States Postal Service (USPS). The crisis stems primarily from changes implemented by Postmaster General Louis DeJoy shortly after taking office in June 2020.

Who appoints the postmaster general of the USPS?

the President of the United States
The Board normally consists of up to nine governors appointed by the President of the United States with the advice and consent of the Senate. The nine governors select the Postmaster General, who becomes a member of the Board, and those 10 select the Deputy Postmaster General, who also serves on the Board.

Who has the power to regulate the postal service?

Congress
In Article I, Section 8, the Constitution gave Congress the ability “To establish Post Offices and post Roads.” That means it not only does Congress have the power to create a postal system, it had the ability to acquire and control the land for the “post roads” to carry the mail and the buildings needed to maintain …

Who has the authority to fire the postmaster general?

The PMG does not serve at the pleasure of the president, and can be dismissed by the Board of Governors. The appointment of the postmaster general does not require Senate confirmation.

What power does the Postmaster General have?

The United States postmaster general (PMG) is the chief executive officer of the United States Postal Service (USPS). The PMG is responsible for managing and directing the day-to-day operations of the agency.

What authority does the Postmaster General have?

The board oversees the activities of the Postal Service, while the postmaster general actively manages its day-to-day operations. The board directs “the exercise of the power” of the Postal Service, controls its expenditures, and reviews its practices and policies.