Day: September 4, 2012

Another $46 Million in Benefit Fraud Identified in Illinois

New Program’s Second Phase Fights Waste, Fraud and Abuse CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–September 4, 2012.  More than 12,000 individuals who wrongfully collected nearly $46 million in unemployment insurance benefits while gainfully employed have been notified that if they do not agree to a repayment plan their federal and state taxes will be garnished[Read More…]

White House Appoints 2012-2013 Class Of White House Fellows

WASHINGTON, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 4, 2012.  Today, the President’s Commission on White House Fellowships announced the appointment of the 2012-2013 Class of White House Fellows. The Fellows come from diverse backgrounds, varied professions, and have all shown a strong commitment to public service and leadership. The 2012-2013 Class of Fellows and their[Read More…]

DOD Identifies Two Army Casualties, September 4, 2012

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 4, 2012.  The Department of Defense announced today the death of two soldiers who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.  They died Sept. 1, in Batur Village, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked their unit with small arms fire.   Killed were:  Staff Sgt. Jeremie S. Border, 28,[Read More…]

Chrysler Group LLC Reports August 2012 U.S. Sales Increased 14 Percent; Best August Sales in Five Years

Auburn Hills, Mich.–(ENEWSPF)–September4, 2012 – Chrysler Group LLC today reported U.S. sales of 148,472 units, a 14 percent increase compared with sales in August 2011 (130,120 units), and the group’s best August sales since 2007. The Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, Ram Truck and Fiat brands each recorded year-over- year sales gains[Read More…]

General Motors U.S. Sales Increase 10 Percent

Chevrolet passenger car sales up 25 percent  DETROIT –(ENEWSPF)–September 4, 2012.  General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) today reported August sales of 240,520 vehicles in the United States, up 10 percent compared with a year ago. GM increased its sales to retail customers by 11 percent, making August its best retail month[Read More…]

State Department Briefing by Patrick Ventrell, September 4, 2012

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 4, 2012. Index for Today’s Briefing EGYPT U.S. Government Meetings on Economic Assistance PAKISTAN Attack on Consulate Personnel in Peshawar ISRAEL / PALESTINIANS Attack at the Latrun Monastery Near Jerusalem CHINA Secretary Clinton’s Meetings SYRIA Missing U.S. Citizen Austin Tice Humanitarian Crisis AZERBAIJAN Photograph of Ambassador TRANSCRIPT:  12:58[Read More…]

Statement by the White House on the Government of Colombia’s Peace Negotiations with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC)

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 4, 2012.  President Obama today welcomed the announcement that Colombian President Santos reached a framework for peace negotiations between the Colombian government and the FARC. The President noted that the “Santos administration has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to seeking a durable peace and ensuring a better life for[Read More…]

Excerpts of SEIU President Mary Kay Henry’s Convention Remarks

Ms. Henry will focus on what’s at stake for working people this election and the stark difference between President Obama’s inclusive vision for America and Mitt Romney’s plan to continue failed policies of the past. Charlotte, NC–(ENEWSPF)–September 4, 2012.  On behalf of SEIU’s 2.1 million members and other working men[Read More…]

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