Elon Musk claims federal employees have 48 hours to explain recent work or resign
Elon Musk's recent tweet to federal workers has raised concerns about his authority and potential illegality. The email sent by the Office of Personnel Management was expected, but its contents were unclear, with some recipients receiving a message from acting Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency director Bridget Bean telling staff to comply with the "valid request." The stunt has echoes of Musk's previous approach at Twitter, where requests to review code would be met with non-response being regarded as resignation.
- This power play by Musk highlights the blurred lines between executive authority and private company culture, raising questions about accountability and worker rights in the public sector.
- What implications will this move have for federal employees' sense of trust and loyalty to their agencies, and how will it impact the broader narrative around government employee morale?