The Trump administration has ordered U.S. federal employees to submit a list of their work accomplishments by Monday night or risk losing their jobs, raising legal and procedural questions over mass firings.
The emails, sent on Saturday from the Office of Personnel Management, instructed employees across multiple federal agencies to provide five bullet points detailing their work in the past week. The request, issued under Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), followed a social media post by Musk warning that failure to respond would be considered a resignation.
The move is part of the Trump administration’s broader push to shrink the federal workforce, a process that has already led to job losses, some of which had to be reversed due to the need for essential workers in areas like defense and nuclear safety.
Labour unions have vowed to challenge any dismissals, calling them unlawful and warning of disruption to public services. The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) accused the administration of disregarding the role of civil servants.
Legal experts have raised questions over Musk’s authority to fire federal employees and the inclusion of judiciary workers, who are not part of the executive branch. Some agencies have advised staff to delay responding while assessing the email’s validity.
The administration’s restructuring efforts have drawn criticism, with concerns that indiscriminate firings could harm local economies and undermine essential government functions.
China’s defence ministry dismissed Australia’s complaints over Chinese naval drills between Australia and New Zealand, calling them "hyped up" and "inconsistent with the facts."
President Donald Trump has named newly confirmed FBI Director Kash Patel as the acting head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). The move consolidates Patel’s leadership over two major law enforcement agencies during a period of transition.
Israel has delayed the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners until Hamas meets its conditions, highlighting tensions over the fragile Gaza ceasefire.
French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will travel to Washington next week amid European concerns over Donald Trump’s approach to Ukraine and his outreach to Moscow.
Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau discussed the Ukraine war and efforts to combat the illegal fentanyl trade in a call on Saturday, ahead of a planned leaders' discussion on the conflict.
A recent discovery has revealed that ancient artifacts from the Treasure of Villena were crafted using metal from meteorites, offering new insights into early metalworking techniques in the Iberian Peninsula.
A long-term U.S. study suggests that just two servings of yogurt per week may help protect against certain types of colorectal cancer, highlighting the potential health benefits of its living bacteria and the link between diet and gut health.
French scientists have set a new record by maintaining high-temperature plasma for 22 minutes, bringing the world closer to the promise of nuclear fusion as a clean, sustainable energy source.
Apple has removed its advanced data protection tool for UK users after the government demanded access to encrypted data, raising concerns about user privacy and security.
Sudan is facing a worsening cholera outbreak, with 1,351 cases and 58 deaths reported in White Nile State over three days. Contaminated water, linked to conflict-related infrastructure damage, is fuelling the crisis.
A Delta Air Lines regional jet flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto Pearson Airport on Monday, injuring 18 people. Officials are investigating whether strong winds and snow played a role in the incident.
Berlin, February 21, 2025 – German citizens will head to the polls on Sunday, February 23, for a snap general election after the coalition government collapsed late last year.
A dialogue between US and Russian delegations has begun in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the development in an official statement.
China’s defence ministry dismissed Australia’s complaints over Chinese naval drills between Australia and New Zealand, calling them "hyped up" and "inconsistent with the facts."
President Donald Trump has named newly confirmed FBI Director Kash Patel as the acting head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). The move consolidates Patel’s leadership over two major law enforcement agencies during a period of transition.
French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will travel to Washington next week amid European concerns over Donald Trump’s approach to Ukraine and his outreach to Moscow.
Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau discussed the Ukraine war and efforts to combat the illegal fentanyl trade in a call on Saturday, ahead of a planned leaders' discussion on the conflict.
A recent discovery has revealed that ancient artifacts from the Treasure of Villena were crafted using metal from meteorites, offering new insights into early metalworking techniques in the Iberian Peninsula.
A long-term U.S. study suggests that just two servings of yogurt per week may help protect against certain types of colorectal cancer, highlighting the potential health benefits of its living bacteria and the link between diet and gut health.
French scientists have set a new record by maintaining high-temperature plasma for 22 minutes, bringing the world closer to the promise of nuclear fusion as a clean, sustainable energy source.
Apple has removed its advanced data protection tool for UK users after the government demanded access to encrypted data, raising concerns about user privacy and security.
Sudan is facing a worsening cholera outbreak, with 1,351 cases and 58 deaths reported in White Nile State over three days. Contaminated water, linked to conflict-related infrastructure damage, is fuelling the crisis.
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