Monday Morning Federal Newscast – May 2nd

The Morning Federal Newscast is a daily compilation of the stories you hear Federal Drive hosts Tom Temin and Amy Morris discuss throughout the show each day. The Newscast is designed to give FederalNewsRadio.com users more information about the stories you hear on the air.

• Osama Bin Laden, the world’s most wanted terrorist and mastermind behind the 9/11 attacks, is dead. Four helicopters swooped in early Monday and killed Osama bin Laden in a fierce fire fight with American forces at his fortress-like compound in Pakistan. U.S. officials say the CIA tracked bin Laden’s location, then sent in elite troops from the Navy SEALS to attack the hideout. Bin Laden was reportedly shot in the head.
• More buyouts may be in the offing. Senior Correspondent Mike Causey reports the start of the new fiscal year (October 1) could see an increase in buyouts and early-outs, especially if Congress and the White House mandate reductions-via-attrition of up to 200,000 workers.
• Congress returns this week after a two week spring break – high on the agenda will be moves to avoid hitting the debt ceiling.
• Southerners are turning to the federal government for help after the second deadliest tornado outbreak in U.S. history. Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano toured hard-hit neighborhoods of Alabama and Mississippi on Sunday to offer condolences and pledge support.
• As the Defense Department enters the last phase of BRAC process, officials have noticed a surprising trend: Federal Times reports twice as many civilian employees in some places are relocating to keep their jobs than expected. The weak economy and job market are believed to be the reason.
• The Army will open its next Apps for Army challenge to industry and the public. The process is focused on developing capabilities that are not dependent on any particular platform.
• The Government Accountability Office has upheld the protest of a $25 million task order. The Defense Information Systems Agency had awarded it to Booz Allen Hamilton. GAO recommended pulling the order and starting the competition all over. NextGov reports DISA is looking for a contractor to help it manage secure data transmission. It originally awarded the contract to Solers Incorporated. Booz Allen complained, and then won the award away from Solers. Solers protested, saying Booz Allen didn’t meet pricing conditions. GAO says Solers should be reimbursed for the cost of its protest.

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