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Are USPS mail carriers consistently lured with cash on their routes as a test? …
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USPS Under Scrutiny: Allegations of 'Entrapment' Tactics Against Mail Carriers Surface
A recent TikTok video by user Tessa420 has ignited a public discussion surrounding an alleged and highly contentious practice within the United States Postal Service (USPS). In her viral post, Tessa420 claims that Post Office managers are intentionally placing small denominations of cash, specifically $5 or $10 bills, in various locations such as gutters or on grassy areas along established mail delivery routes. The explicit objective of this alleged tactic, according to Tessa420, is to "entrap" mail carriers, observing if they will pick up the discarded money. She further elaborates on an internal "incredibly important rule" that reportedly forbids mail carriers from handling any cash while in uniform and on duty, unless it is directly related to an official mail drop-off or transaction. Tessa420 voiced her strong disapproval and confusion regarding this policy and the associated surveillance method. "I'm going to need someone to explain this to me like I'm a dumbass," she stated in the video, expressing her bewilderment. She continued, "Why are we trying to entrap the post office employees? They seem like very nice people. I've not met a mean one yet." The video has rapidly garnered significant attention, prompting numerous comments and shares across social media platforms. Critics argue that such a practice, if true, constitutes an unethical form of workplace surveillance and could be seen as an attempt to unfairly penalize employees. Proponents, if any, might argue it’s a measure to ensure integrity, though this perspective was not presented by Tessa420. The allegations raise serious questions about employee trust, management accountability, and the overall working conditions within a vital public service institution like the USPS.
