Louis DeJoy is an American businessman who has served as the 75th United States Postmaster General since June 15, 2020. Prior to his appointment, he was a prominent logistics executive and a major donor to the Republican Party and Donald Trump.
Before becoming Postmaster General, DeJoy served as the CEO of New Breed Logistics, a company he grew significantly before its acquisition by XPO Logistics in 2014. He then served on the board of XPO Logistics.
His tenure as Postmaster General has been marked by controversy, including changes to USPS operations that critics argued led to mail delays, particularly concerning mail-in ballots during the 2020 presidential election. He has faced scrutiny from Congress and the public.
DeJoy is tasked with overseeing the modernization and financial stability of the United States Postal Service, an independent agency of the executive branch of the federal government. He has advocated for significant reforms and cost-cutting measures within the organization.
