An open letter to the U.S. Congress

Protect federal workers from Trump-Musk overreach on civil service

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I am urging Congress to take action and rein in the overreach by President Trump and Elon Musk regarding their misguided efforts to audit federal government workers. The recent email from the Office of Personnel Management demanding employees list their weekly accomplishments or face being considered as having resigned is an egregious overstep. This demand shows a fundamental lack of respect for the vital work performed by civil servants across agencies. Federal employees should not be subjected to such draconian measures from political appointees attempting to enact an extremist agenda of gutting the government workforce. This email has sowed confusion and chaos across departments, with conflicting guidance being issued. Some honorable public servants may feel compelled to resign rather than tolerate this bullying tactic. Preserving an apolitical and professional civil service is essential for the proper functioning of our democratic system of government. Congress must assert its constitutional authority as a co-equal branch and prevent the executive from running roughshod over hardworking federal employees. Strong legislative action is needed to protect these public servants from Trump and Musk's outrageous overreach that potentially violates labor laws and workers' rights. Defending the brave individuals who selflessly serve the American people should be a paramount priority. I implore you to take a stand against this disturbing trend toward authoritarianism.

▶ Created on February 23 by Vanessa

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