New Policy Sparks Tension Across Government Agencies
Washington, D.C. – A new directive from Elon Musk and President Trump is shaking up the federal workforce, requiring government employees to submit a list of their accomplishments—or risk being considered for resignation.
The policy, enforced by Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency Team, has already led to thousands of emails landing in inboxes across federal agencies. Employees are being told to list five key tasks they completed last week, with a strict deadline of Monday at 11:59 PM. However, they are prohibited from including classified information in their responses.
A Push for Government Accountability or an Overreach?
The move is being touted by Trump as a necessary step to “clean house”, aligning with his larger effort to reduce bureaucracy and reshape the federal government. Speaking at CPAC over the weekend, Trump defended the decision to demand greater transparency and efficiency.
“The globalists and deep-state bureaucrats are being sent packing. We are keeping our promise.”
The initiative follows Trump’s recent dismissals of high-ranking officials, including Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Charles Q. Brown and Admiral Lisa Franchetti, the first female to lead the Navy. The Air Force, Army, and other branches have also seen top-level firings, adding to concerns about a rapid power shift within the government.
Federal Agencies Caught in the Middle
However, the mandate has triggered resistance within government agencies. NBC News reports that employees at the FBI and State Department have been advised not to respond to Musk’s directive, signaling a potential power struggle between Trump administration officials and Musk’s oversight efforts.
Reactions from government workers have been mixed. Some see it as a much-needed shake-up, while others argue it’s an unfair and demoralizing demand.
“Trump believes he can do anything he wants,” said one federal worker.
“I think he’s doing a great job of executive orders,” countered a supporter at a recent town hall meeting.
Public Opinion Divided
Polling suggests that only 43% of Americans support Trump’s rapid restructuring efforts, with critics arguing that his executive actions may exceed presidential authority. Meanwhile, negotiations between the U.S. and Ukraine continue over a potential deal for access to valuable rare minerals, further adding to the geopolitical stakes of his administration’s early moves.
What’s Next?
With deadlines looming and federal employees caught in the crossfire, all eyes are now on how government agencies will respond. Will Musk’s efficiency overhaul continue unchallenged, or will legal and political battles slow down the administration’s plans?