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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    1 month ago

    Good, more people need to question it and not just roll over and accept it.

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      1 month ago

      operative krasnov’s handpicked fbi director, and secretary of state, and ag… pushing back on old spice’s asinine and over-reaching ultimatum.