Confusion Grows Among Federal Agencies Over Musk's Job Justification Email

Elon Musk's recent email directive to federal workers, demanding they document their weekly accomplishments, has sparked widespread confusion and pushback among U.S. government agencies. With a looming Monday deadline, many agency heads, including those from the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Defense, have instructed employees not to respond, citing the directive as 'plainly unlawful.' The American Federation of Government Employees has criticized the request as intimidating and unnecessary, arguing that it diverts workers from their critical duties. Musk has defended his email as a 'basic pulse check,' threatening that failure to respond could be interpreted as resignation. Conflicting guidance within agencies has further complicated the situation, leaving employees unsure about their obligations. As tensions rise, the political implications of Musk's influence on federal governance are increasingly scrutinized.