An email from OPM requiring federal employees to list their weekly accomplishments caused widespread confusion and resentment within the workforce, amplified by Elon Musk's comment that non-response would imply resignation. Agencies like NOAA faced uncertainty, with managers unsure if it was a phishing scam, while others received conflicting instructions on compliance. Military personnel were advised to wait for guidance, further stoking anxiety and frustration among employees feeling targeted and overwhelmed during a time of potential budget cuts and restructuring.
"So fucking dumb," says one air traffic controller who was granted anonymity for fear of retribution. This response encapsulates the sentiments of confusion and resentment resonating through the federal workforce following the email.
At NOAA, managers initially cautioned against replying to the email, fearing it was a phishing attempt, reflecting the general confusion and uncertainty among agency leaders.
Some employees were instructed to comply with the email while others were told to wait for guidance, highlighting the mixed messages coming from management during this turbulent moment.
The email reached federal judges, prompting a response from the judiciary’s office advising against action, indicating a widespread concern regarding its legitimacy and origin.
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