Over twenty Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) employees resigned, citing ethical concerns regarding the use of their expertise to dismantle critical public services. These former employees, primarily engineers and data scientists, warned that DOGE’s efforts, spearheaded by Elon Musk, were being driven by political ideology rather than technological expertise, jeopardizing essential government functions. The mass resignation represents a significant setback for the Trump administration’s efforts to restructure the federal workforce, which are already facing legal challenges. The White House dismissed the resignations, asserting that such actions would not deter the president’s plans.
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Elon Musk, through his allies now in key positions within the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), orchestrated a mass buyout email offering to 2.3 million federal employees. This action, mirroring a similar move at X (formerly Twitter), bypassed OPM officials, who were reportedly unaware of the plan. Musk’s influence extends beyond his Department of Government Efficiency role, as he now effectively controls the replacement for the U.S. Digital Service office. The buyout’s legality and long-term implications remain uncertain, given Musk’s history of controversial employment practices.
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The Trump administration is offering federal employees a “deferred resignation” option, allowing them paid leave until September 2025 in exchange for their resignation. This initiative, potentially saving up to $100 billion, excludes military and postal service personnel, as well as certain national security roles. The offer, delivered via email including a draft resignation letter, has been met with criticism, with concerns raised about the potential negative impact on essential government services. The email’s subject line, “Fork in the Road,” mirrors a similar initiative undertaken by Elon Musk at X (formerly Twitter).
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John Q. Hosedrinker