GOP Senators Urge Musk to Show Compassion for Federal Workers

Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has mandated that federal employees submit a report detailing their weekly accomplishments or face termination, prompting backlash from lawmakers. Senator Tina Smith criticized Musk's approach, labeling it as a 'd*** boss move,' while Senator John Curtis called for more compassion in the process, emphasizing that federal employees are real people with lives affected by such demands. Critics argue that Musk's requirement may not be legal and has been met with resistance from various federal agencies, including the Department of Defense and the FBI, which advised employees to pause responses. Curtis acknowledged the need for federal workforce reform but insisted that it should not come at the cost of dignity and compassion for workers. He expressed concern about the narrative of demonizing federal employees, advocating for a more humane approach to necessary cuts. Overall, the controversy highlights the tension between efficiency mandates and the treatment of government workers under Musk's leadership.