DELIVERY DELAYS LOOM AS UPS AND USPS ANNOUNCE MAJOR JOB CUTS *"Texas Residents Worry About Mail and Passport Delays as USPS Cuts 10,000 Jobs

The United States Postal Service (USPS) and UPS have announced significant job cuts, sparking concerns about potential delays in mail and package delivery, including passports. Here's what's happening ¹: UPS Job Cuts: UPS is cutting 20,000 jobs and closing 73 distribution facilities as part of a major restructuring effort

USPS Job Cuts*: USPS is reducing its workforce by 10,000 jobs and trimming its budget due to declining mail volumes and financial pressures.Potential Delays*: While UPS assures customers that their experience won't be affected, USPS acknowledges that delivery times might change, potentially impacting mail and package delivery. - *Texas Impact*: Residents in Texas, particularly in rural areas, may face challenges accessing essential goods and services due to reduced USPS service

The job cuts are attributed to various factors, including ¹: - *Trump's Tariffs*: Increased operational costs due to tariffs imposed during the Trump administration. - *Digital Innovation*: Declining mail volumes resulting from the shift to digital communication. - *Amazon's Expansion*: Amazon's growing in-house delivery network, reducing reliance on traditional carriers like UPS and USPS.