The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) has voiced strong opposition to the reported appointment of David P. Steiner as the new leader of the United States Postal Service (USPS). NALC President Brian L. Renfroe issued a statement criticizing Steiner’s selection, citing his recent role on FedEx’s board of directors as a significant conflict of interest.
Renfroe stated, “Steiner didn’t just stroll in from the private sector—he comes straight from one of the Postal Service’s top competitors.” He expressed concern that this move represents an “aggressive step toward handing America’s mail system over to corporate interests.”
Steiner’s past tenure as CEO of Waste Management, Inc., where he was known for anti-union activities and reducing jobs, is another point of contention for NALC. Renfroe highlighted that during this period, Steiner “built his brand on union-busting” and replacing workers with machines.
The union president emphasized that USPS had recently turned a $144 million profit in late 2024 through collaboration with its workforce. He warned that appointing Steiner could undermine these efforts and negatively impact rural communities reliant on postal services.
Renfroe concluded by stating that the decision threatens millions of jobs linked to the postal industry and service to over 300 million Americans. He criticized the USPS Board of Governors for selecting an “anti-union postmaster general with a major conflict of interest,” arguing it shows disregard for both letter carriers and public welfare.
