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Postal Service Faces $1.3 Billion Loss Under Steiner

3/6/2026

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Postmaster General David Steiner's leadership at the U.S. Postal Service has not improved finances, with a $1.3 billion loss in Q1 2026.
The Postal Service posted a net loss of $9 billion in fiscal 2025.
The agency has sought to raise stamp prices and increase its debt limit, which critics say lacks accountability.
Labor costs account for 77% of expenses, underscoring the need for significant personnel reductions to reach sustainability.

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Story summary

Postmaster General David Steiner's leadership at the U.S. Postal Service has not improved finances, with a $1.3 billion loss in Q1 2026.
The Postal Service posted a net loss of $9 billion in fiscal 2025.
The agency has sought to raise stamp prices and increase its debt limit, which critics say lacks accountability.
Labor costs account for 77% of expenses, underscoring the need for significant personnel reductions to reach sustainability.