Louis DeJoy, the current Postmaster General of the US Postal Service, has announced his intention to step down after nearly five years in the role. DeJoy, who took office during the Trump administration, implemented a 10-year plan to modernize operations and reduce losses, which included uncomfortable rate hikes for customers. Critics of DeJoy's consolidation of mail processing centers have argued that it has negatively impacted service, particularly in rural areas. DeJoy's tenure also saw controversy over cost-cutting practices that contributed to delays in mail delivery, especially during the influx of mail-in ballots in two presidential elections. Despite these challenges, DeJoy has expressed his commitment to facilitating a smooth transition to his successor.