GovernmentExecutive.com

Will a former federal employee become the next American Idol? Chikezie Eze, who's among the finalists in this season's competition, is a former Transportation Security Administration screener at Los Angeles International Airport.

TSA reports that Raul Matute, Chikezie's former boss, says he was "a fun guy to have on staff." TSA notes that "during breaks or on his way to work in the bus, Chikezie would sing along with his iPod for everyone to enjoy."

Really? People "enjoyed" a guy -- even a guy of Chikezie's talent -- singing along with his iPod?

You can make up your own mind about Chikezie's ability -- and federal experience. Here he is talking about his work at TSA and putting his own spin on the Lennon/McCartney classic, "She's a Woman":