Summary

Elon Musk’s email illegally demanding federal employees report their weekly tasks or face “resignation" sparked immediate backlash.

FBI Director Kash Patel instructed staff to ignore it, citing internal review procedures. The State Department and DOJ also advised employees against responding, fearing ethical violations.

The email, reaching millions, including air traffic controllers, triggered widespread confusion and resistance.

Senator Tina Smith criticized Musk’s “d*** boss move.”

The incident highlights a potential power struggle within the Trump administration, questioning Musk’s authority.

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    4 hours ago

    If Musk did do work, it would be bad for whatever project he was working on. The guy is a self important Apartheid Nazi nepo baby.