Postmaster General Steiner
Postmaster General David Steiner speaks during an interview with The Associated Press at the United States Postal Service headquarters, Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, in Washington.
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Before he was the top U.S. Postal Service official, David Steiner criticized Donald Trump's leadership style after seeing him on "The Apprentice." Nearly two decades later, Steiner finds himself navigating Trump's influence on the Postal Service. When the Republican president signed an executive order restricting mail ballots, Steiner moved to implement it, but the move was halted after the Supreme Court's rejection. Critics accuse Steiner of allowing political interference in the Postal Service. Despite the backlash, Steiner insists he's not political and remains committed to his role. Steiner emphasizes the importance of maintaining public trust by focusing on service quality. The White House hasn't responded to a request for comment on Steiner’s remarks.
