Elon Musk Responds to Boston University Employee’s ‘Dead or Alive’ Threat Against DOGE Staff
Elon Musk has responded after a Boston University employee, Jared May, posted a “Dead or Alive” wanted graphic targeting members of his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) team.
Musk addressed the threat on X, simply writing “noted,” as calls grew for May’s termination and potential legal action.
May, an assistant media technician at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business, posted an image on Bluesky featuring several DOGE employees with the label “WANTED FOR TREASON, DEAD OR ALIVE.” The post was quickly deleted, but screenshots circulated widely, sparking backlash.
Federal authorities have since launched an investigation into the post, which depicted five of the six young DOGE employees Musk appointed to lead government efficiency efforts. Law enforcement officials stated that threats against government employees, whether symbolic or explicit, are taken seriously.
The U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, Ed Martin, confirmed legal action will be pursued against individuals attempting to undermine DOGE’s operations.
“We are in contact with the FBI and other law enforcement partners to proceed rapidly,” he stated, according to the Daily Mail.
U.S. Attorney Leah B. Foley further emphasized, “We take those threats seriously,” confirming that an active investigation is underway.
Boston University addressed the controversy in a statement to Boston.com.
“We are aware of a post made by an employee on his personal social media account…. The views expressed do not reflect the values of Questrom School of Business,” a representative said
Musk addressed the threat on X, simply writing “noted,” as calls grew for May’s termination and potential legal action.
May, an assistant media technician at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business, posted an image on Bluesky featuring several DOGE employees with the label “WANTED FOR TREASON, DEAD OR ALIVE.” The post was quickly deleted, but screenshots circulated widely, sparking backlash.
Federal authorities have since launched an investigation into the post, which depicted five of the six young DOGE employees Musk appointed to lead government efficiency efforts. Law enforcement officials stated that threats against government employees, whether symbolic or explicit, are taken seriously.
The U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, Ed Martin, confirmed legal action will be pursued against individuals attempting to undermine DOGE’s operations.
“We are in contact with the FBI and other law enforcement partners to proceed rapidly,” he stated, according to the Daily Mail.
U.S. Attorney Leah B. Foley further emphasized, “We take those threats seriously,” confirming that an active investigation is underway.
Boston University addressed the controversy in a statement to Boston.com.
“We are aware of a post made by an employee on his personal social media account…. The views expressed do not reflect the values of Questrom School of Business,” a representative said
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