In a contentious move, Elon Musk has demanded that federal workers either list their accomplishments from the last week or face resignation, aggravating tensions within the Trump administration's initiative to streamline the federal workforce.
**Musk Demands Federal Workers Justify Their Efforts or Resign**
**Musk Demands Federal Workers Justify Their Efforts or Resign**
US federal employees face ultimatum from Musk to outline weekly achievements amid government downsizing efforts.
The email sent to government employees over the weekend asked for a summary of their accomplishments in five bullet points, with a warning that failure to respond would imply resignation. The move comes as part of an aggressive effort led by Musk, at the helm of the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge), to reduce government spending and reshape the federal workforce.
Musk's letter followed a speech by Trump at the Conservative Political Action Conference, in which he criticized government inefficiency, asserting that many federal employees are not sufficiently productive. The Office of Personnel Management confirmed the authenticity of the email, which has drawn ire from the American Federation of Government Employees, who characterized the move as “cruel and disrespectful.”
Responding to the backlash, Musk claimed that a considerable number of responses had already been collected and suggested that those who engage should be prioritized for promotion. However, not everyone echoed his sentiment; the FBI and State Department advised their employees to hold off on responding to the OPM email.
Musk’s approach parallels his controversial management style at X, where he has implemented similar ultimatums. As the government braces for potential upheaval, this latest initiative has ignited debate over the balance between accountability and respect for federal employees’ roles in serving the public.
As the fallout continues, with threats of legal action from unions and stark opposition from various departments, Musk’s influence on the federal landscape is stirring significant controversy and division across the government sector.
With cuts and terminations reported in several agencies, the situation remains precarious as federal employees navigate the pressures of demonstrating their worth in a rapidly changing environment.
Musk's letter followed a speech by Trump at the Conservative Political Action Conference, in which he criticized government inefficiency, asserting that many federal employees are not sufficiently productive. The Office of Personnel Management confirmed the authenticity of the email, which has drawn ire from the American Federation of Government Employees, who characterized the move as “cruel and disrespectful.”
Responding to the backlash, Musk claimed that a considerable number of responses had already been collected and suggested that those who engage should be prioritized for promotion. However, not everyone echoed his sentiment; the FBI and State Department advised their employees to hold off on responding to the OPM email.
Musk’s approach parallels his controversial management style at X, where he has implemented similar ultimatums. As the government braces for potential upheaval, this latest initiative has ignited debate over the balance between accountability and respect for federal employees’ roles in serving the public.
As the fallout continues, with threats of legal action from unions and stark opposition from various departments, Musk’s influence on the federal landscape is stirring significant controversy and division across the government sector.
With cuts and terminations reported in several agencies, the situation remains precarious as federal employees navigate the pressures of demonstrating their worth in a rapidly changing environment.
