Musk's Ultimatum: Federal Employees Must Justify Work or Face Resignation**

In a controversial move, Elon Musk ordered federal employees to list their accomplishments from the past week or face potential termination, igniting backlash from unions and federal agencies.**

In a significant restructuring of the federal workforce, US government employees received a stark ultimatum this past Saturday: report weekly accomplishments or resign. This directive came from Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur overseeing the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (Doge), as part of the Trump administration's effort to streamline government operations. Affected employees received an email stating they needed to summarize their achievements from the previous week or risk being interpreted as having resigned.

Musk's post on social media platform X announced that the emails would soon arrive in their inboxes, making it clear that a lack of response could have serious consequences. He has positioned himself at the forefront of a movement to reduce government spending through aggressive cuts and dismissals, fueled by his belief that inefficiency prevails within the government sector.

In a statement, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) confirmed the authenticity of the email, citing the administration's commitment to accountability among federal workers. Employees were instructed to respond with five bullet points outlining their achievements before the Monday deadline, although the communication left them unsure regarding the ramifications of non-compliance.

The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) quickly condemned the approach, labeling it "cruel and disrespectful." Union president Everett Kelley expressed outrage, accusing Musk and the Trump administration of disrespect towards public servants and their contributions, while vowing to legally contest any wrongful terminations.

Musk later stated on X that a considerable number of responses had already been received, referring to these employees as worthy of promotion. He suggested rampant inefficiency and corruption within the government, even alleging that non-existent identities were possibly being used for wage fraud, though no evidence was presented to substantiate these claims.

Contrarily, responses from some federal departments seemed to indicate resistance to Musk's directive. Newly confirmed FBI director Kash Patel advised his personnel to avail themselves of caution, urging them to withhold responses from OPM until further clarification was provided. Meanwhile, officials from the State Department indicated their intent to respond collectively on behalf of their employees, emphasizing the need to adhere to established internal protocols.

Critics have drawn parallels between Musk's current management strategies and his approach during the acquisition of social media platform Twitter (renamed X), where he similarly issued ultimatums compelling employees to embrace a rigorous work ethic or depart. Trump's rhetoric has echoed Musk's sentiments, expressing satisfaction with the progress made in curtailing federal bureaucracy and pledging to continue the trend.

As significant layoffs continue at prevalent agencies such as the IRS, Pentagon, and FAA, the question remains whether Musk’s heavy-handed tactics will yield the intended efficiency or provoke widespread dissent. Employees await further clarification as ongoing changes unfold within the federal landscape.