The federal workforce is currently facing immense upheaval. Elon Musk, at the behest of President Trump, is spearheading an effort to overhaul and downsize the government. This has led to demands that employees justify their jobs, sparking confusion and legal challenges.
Federal employees have been directed to list their accomplishments or face termination, causing widespread alarm and internal dissent. While Trump defends these measures as necessary to combat fraud and inefficiency, unions and other groups have filed lawsuits, alleging violations of federal workforce laws. The situation is rapidly evolving, with conflicting directives from different agencies and significant uncertainty for those serving in the government.
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