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Kash Patel tells FBI staff to ignore Elon Musk’s productivity email as signs of power struggles emerge in D.C.: reports

www.independent.co.uk Patel tells FBI staff to ignore Musk’s email as signs of power struggle emerges

Elon Musk’s DOGE email ultimatum to federal workers may have revealed internal tensions in Trump administration

Patel tells FBI staff to ignore Musk’s email as signs of power struggle emerges

Summary

Elon Musk's email illegally demanding federal employees report their weekly tasks or face “resignation" sparked immediate backlash.

FBI Director Kash Patel instructed staff to ignore it, citing internal review procedures. The State Department and DOJ also advised employees against responding, fearing ethical violations.

The email, reaching millions, including air traffic controllers, triggered widespread confusion and resistance.

Senator Tina Smith criticized Musk's "d*** boss move."

The incident highlights a potential power struggle within the Trump administration, questioning Musk's authority.

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