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By Jamie Ross and Hannah Jewell Listen to this briefing Good morning. It’s Monday, Feb. 24, and if “The White Lotus” is making you want to visit Thailand, you’re not alone — the TV show is part of the “set-jetting” trend. Now let’s get to the news. Elon Musk’s demand that federal workers justify their work is causing chaos. What to know: Musk ordered all 2.3 million government employees to list their achievements or risk losing their jobs. Some officials, including defense leaders, told staff not to respond. In related news: The Trump administration said it is eliminating 1,600 jobs at USAID. And Musk’s team said it has saved $55 billion — we fact-checked that figure here. Read this story          A conservative podcaster will be FBI deputy director, President Donald Trump said. Who? Dan Bongino, who has built a media empire by adopting pro-Trump views. Zooming out: Trump’s team appears to be ramping up its trolling of opponents. For example, Trump ally Steve Bannon made a gesture resembling a Nazi salute last week. What else to know: In auto-centric Michigan, Trump’s tariff plans are splitting the community. And The Post got the inside story of Trump’s “Gulf of America” idea. Read this story          Conservative Christian Democrats won Germany’s federal election. The details: Party leader Friedrich Merz will likely be Germany’s next chancellor. The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party — supported by Musk — surged into second. The bigger picture: The AfD’s success is a sign of the times in Europe, where once-fringe, far-right parties have gone mainstream. Read this story          Today is the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Where things stand: Ukraine is under increasing pressure as Trump upends America’s century-old approach to the world. We broke down the war’s staggering cost here. What else to know: Ukraine’s president wants to discuss a deal to give the U.S. access to minerals. And the U.S. demanded Ukraine tone down a U.N. resolution condemning Russia. Read this story          Nearly 100 people have contracted measles in Texas and New Mexico. What to know: The potentially life-threatening disease is spreading rapidly 25 years after it was declared eliminated in the U.S., as vaccination rates have dropped. Who is it affecting? Most U.S. measles cases this year involved people 19 and younger, and those without a confirmed vaccination. It is most threatening to children under 5. Which vaccines did you get as a child? Find out how to track them here. Read this story          The real problem with black plastic may not be what you think. Last year: A study found that black plastics used in sushi trays and kitchen utensils could expose you to toxic chemicals. But the study made a miscalculation, causing confusion. The latest: No one really knows what a “safe dose” of flame retardants in black plastic really is, experts told The Post. But, if you want to reduce your exposure, follow these tips. Read this story          ADVERTISEMENT   Weight-loss drugs aren’t just slimming waists — they’re shifting the economy. How? Roughly 16 million people — 6% of American adults — are taking drugs like Ozempic, Mounjaro and Wegovy. By 2028, that could increase to 60 million people. The potential impact: GDP could be boosted by several trillion dollars, according to one analysis, as people dramatically change how they eat and work out, and other habits.