A lawsuit, updated following Elon Musk’s threatening email and X post, alleges that his demand for all federal employees to submit reports is unprecedented and constitutes massive employment fraud. Musk’s instructions were disseminated via an OPM email address established by his Department of Government Efficiency initiative, despite several agencies advising employees to ignore the request. The lawsuit highlights the absurdity of the mandate and its potential for widespread, unlawful terminations. Musk further escalated threats on X, prompting a deluge of satirical responses to the HR email address.
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Federal employee unions have sued Elon Musk and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) over an email demanding all federal workers justify their jobs within a short timeframe or face termination. The lawsuit alleges this action violates federal workforce laws and exceeds OPM’s authority. Conflicting guidance from various agencies, including some Trump appointees instructing staff *not* to respond, further fueled confusion and worker anxieties. This latest action is part of a broader effort by Musk, under President Trump’s direction, to drastically reduce the federal workforce, leading to widespread criticism and legal challenges.
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This week’s news includes a lawsuit against Elon Musk for threatening federal employees with termination, a meeting between Presidents Trump and Macron amidst transatlantic uncertainty and the ongoing war in Ukraine, and Germany’s election of a new leader focused on Ukraine and economic recovery. Additionally, the conflict in Congo intensified, resulting in thousands of deaths, while the music world mourned the passing of Roberta Flack. Finally, ongoing challenges include inconsistent healthcare coverage for weight-loss drugs and corporate layoffs at Starbucks.
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