Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 15, 2010. This is a new low in putting political stunts ahead of our national security, and it is exactly the kind of Washington game-playing that the American people are sick of. While some express concern that the Senate doesn’t have time to debate the Treaty, Senator DeMint[Read More…]
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Remarks by the Vice President at a Meeting of the United Nations Security Council
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–December 15, 2010. ***Prior to the Vice President’s formal remarks, he spoke about the recent passing of Ambassador Richard Holbrooke, and then asked the chamber for a moment of silence: Before I begin today, I’d like to take a moment to mark the passing this week of Ambassador Richard[Read More…]
Fact Sheet: UN Security Council High Level Meeting on Iraq
Washington,D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 15, 2010. Today marks an important milestone in the restoration of Iraq’s normalized ties to the international community. The UN Security Council, in a special session chaired by Vice President Biden, took significant steps to return Iraq to the legal and international standing it held prior to the 1990[Read More…]
General Motors Repays Taxpayers $2.1 Billion, Completing Repurchase of Treasury Preferred Stock
WASHINGTON—(ENEWSPF)—December 15, 2010. Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced that General Motors (GM) has completed the repurchase of all GM preferred stock issued under the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP), repaying taxpayers $2.1 billion. Coming on the heels of a successful initial public offering that netted $13.5 billion[Read More…]
Statement by Secretary of State Clinton Re: Bombings at Mosque in Chabahar, Iran
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 15, 2010. I strongly condemn today’s terrorist attacks, claimed by Jundallah, that targeted Iranian men, women, and children worshipping at a mosque in Chabahar, Iran. On behalf of the people of the United States, I extend condolences to the families and loved ones of all those injured and[Read More…]
Secretary General Ban Deeply Concerned Over Continuing Stalemate in Cote d’Ivoire
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–15 December 2010 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is deeply concerned about the continuing political stalemate in Côte d’Ivoire, where the situation is taking a worrying turn with unfolding events that could lead to widespread violence. “The Secretary-General reiterates his call on all the Ivorian parties and their supporters to[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama on Tax Cuts and CEOs Meeting
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 15, 2010 – 9:23 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Good morning, everybody. Today, the Senate is poised to pass tax cuts and unemployment insurance, putting the House of Representatives in the position to send me this critical economic package so I can sign it into law. I am absolutely[Read More…]
Statement by President Obama on the Attack in Chabahar, Iran
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 15, 2010. I strongly condemn the outrageous terrorist attack on a mosque in Chabahar, Iran. The murder of innocent civilians in their place of worship during Ashura is a despicable offense, and those who carried it out must be held accountable. This is a disgraceful and cowardly act.[Read More…]
Statement by President Obama on the International Criminal Court Announcement
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 15, 2010. Today, as the International Criminal Court announces the names of six suspects alleged to have participated in the post-election violence that threatened to tear Kenya apart three years ago, I encourage all Kenyans take a moment to reflect on the tremendous progress their country has made[Read More…]
IRS Reminds Paid Tax Preparers to Register Now for PTINs
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– As year end approaches, the Internal Revenue Service today strongly encouraged paid tax return preparers to register now for their new or renewed Preparer Tax Identification Numbers (PTINs) to avoid any last-minute rush. Starting Jan. 1, 2011, use of the PTIN will be mandatory on all federal tax[Read More…]
