Postal Workers Union Criticizes USPS's Compliance with Trump’s Voting Rules

The American Postal Workers Union (APWU) has voiced significant concern over a new rule implemented by the United States Postal Service (USPS) that aligns with President Trump’s directives on mail-in voting. In a press statement, the union described the rule as an "unconstitutional attack on the millions of Americans who vote by mail" and stated that it "rejects the premise" that USPS needed to comply with Trump’s order.

The APWU emphasized that the fundamental role of the Postal Service is to provide universal service to all citizens, regardless of political affiliation. They argue that the USPS should not be manipulated as a political tool for the benefit of certain groups. The contentious order requires states to submit federally managed lists of eligible voters, ostensibly limiting absentee ballot distribution to those on approved lists, a move that election experts claim undermines lawful election practices.

Following a federal judge's decision not to block the order, USPS began to implement it, coinciding with a series of ongoing lawsuits by various groups, including an action taken by the NAACP against the new rule for allegedly violating a 2021 court settlement meant to protect mail-in voting and ensure timely ballot delivery. Additionally, a U.S. Justice Department court filing has revealed that the Department of Homeland Security is considering collaboration with USPS to monitor mail-in ballots for potential discrepancies, raising further concerns about voter rights and ballot integrity.

The APWU restated its commitment to safeguard the independence of the Postal Service and protect the voting rights of Americans who rely on mail-in ballots.