Following an email directive from Elon Musk regarding federal employees, a secretive network called #AltGov has emerged among various federal agencies. Employees discussed how to respond, with some humor regarding the email's timing. The group aims to expose damaging policies and provide support amidst federal layoffs. They have created a significant presence on Bluesky, engaging the public and countering misinformation about government operations under the Trump administration. Their growing network includes 40 accounts and a substantial following, enhancing their ability to communicate and organize.
"Within hours the network had agreed on a recommended response: break up the oath federal employees take when hired into five bullet points and send them back in an email."
"Increasingly, the group is also trying to help each other face the thousands of layoffs across the federal government."
"Calling themselves #AltGov, the network has developed a visible, public-facing presence in recent weeks through Bluesky accounts...aimed at getting information out to the public..."
"With 40 accounts to date, their collective megaphone is getting louder, as most of the accounts have tens of thousands of followers..."
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