Elon Musk isn’t backing down. 😤 The billionaire’s latest push to overhaul federal jobs—via his newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—has triggered confusion and pushback, even as the White House distances itself from his aggressive tactics.
Musk, appointed by former President Donald Trump to slash government waste, demanded federal workers submit job justifications by Monday or face termination. But the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) quickly clarified: ‘Ignore the email—responding is optional.’ Critics warned of security risks if sensitive details were shared.
‘The email was trivial! Yet so many failed,’ Musk fired back on X (formerly Twitter), doubling down on his threat. 🔥 ‘They’ll get one more chance.’
Behind the scenes? Chaos. 🤯 Some agencies, like Health and Human Services, advised vague answers to avoid leaks. Others, like the General Services Administration, ‘strongly encouraged’ replies despite OPM’s guidance. Meanwhile, Musk’s DOGE initiative has already impacted government contractors, forcing layoffs and payment delays.
What’s next? With the White House silent, the power struggle between Musk and federal bureaucrats continues. 💥 Stay tuned—this showdown is far from over.
