US Federal Agencies Advise Workers to Ignore Musk's Ultimatum

Elon Musk's directive for federal employees to report their weekly accomplishments has faced significant backlash, with major agencies, including the Pentagon and the FBI, advising staff to ignore the email. Initially, Musk threatened that failure to respond would be considered a resignation, but the Office of Personnel Management later clarified that responses were voluntary. This situation has led to confusion and division within the Trump administration, as some departments instructed employees to comply while others rejected Musk's authority. Critics have raised questions about Musk's influence over federal operations, especially in light of his role in the Department of Government Effectiveness (DOGE). Despite support from Trump, who suggested employees 'should' respond, he refrained from mandating compliance. The fallout illustrates the complexities of governance involving private sector figures in public service roles.