Federal Workers Resist Trump's Email Directives, Lawsuit Filed

Over the weekend, federal employees received a controversial email from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) demanding they outline their weekly accomplishments, with Elon Musk warning that failure to respond could be interpreted as resignation. The directive has drawn strong backlash from three major federal unions, which deemed it illegal and disruptive, asserting it lacks proper legal authority. Musk's threats of mass firings and pressure for employees to return to the office have heightened tensions within the federal workforce, leading to a lawsuit aimed at blocking these actions. Many federal agencies, including the Pentagon and FBI, advised employees not to comply with the email, creating confusion about the implications for those on leave or engaged in classified work. In response, workers are seeking guidance from supervisors and awaiting further instructions from their unions. The situation highlights concerns about transparency, job security, and the federal workforce's future under the current administration's policies.