Musk's Directive Sparks Federal Worker Outrage

Elon Musk's directive for U.S. government workers to justify their jobs with a five-point summary has sparked significant controversy and opposition within the Trump administration. The ultimatum, issued by Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), demanded compliance by Monday night, threatening job termination for non-compliance. Agencies like the FBI and Department of Defense instructed workers to ignore the directive, leading to a chaotic response across federal departments. President Trump supported Musk's move by mocking federal employees with a SpongeBob SquarePants meme, which further fueled tensions. Unions, including the American Federation of Government Employees, criticized the directive as 'harassment' and a 'hostile work environment,' while some Democrats labeled Musk's actions as overreach and inappropriate. This controversy reflects broader challenges in Trump's administration as it attempts to drastically reduce the size of the federal government.