March 29, 2024

Expect Layoffs if Congress Can’t Budget Right

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Budget expert says DoD should plan for civilian layoffs, Defense News reports. Defense Daily says that the Pentagon may see more indiscriminate sequestration cuts (paywall) in FY 2014 if Congress tries to over-budget. The Hill says Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel faces an uphill battle in trimming the Pentagon budget. Budget woes are threatening carrier readiness, DoD Buzz reports. The Office of Management and Budget warns federal agencies against using long term maintenance cash to cover short term needs, FCW reports.

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