Fact Check: Does a USPS Letter Signal Trump Will Impose Martial Law?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: A letter sent to U.S. Postal Service employees shows President Donald Trump will impose martial law.

Rating: BLATANT LIE

Explanation: The January 5 USPS letter provides routine guidance for employees working during emergencies such as hurricanes, epidemics, or civil unrest. Similar letters were issued multiple times in 2020. The memo does not mention Donald Trump, martial law, or any impending crisis.

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Date: 01/17/2026

 

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Last Updated on January 18, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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