KABUL, Afghanistan–(ENEWSPF)–Aug. 6, 2011. Thirty International Security Assistance Force service members, one civilian interpreter, and seven Afghan commandos were killed when a coalition CH-47 Chinook crashed in Afghanistan early today. All of the ISAF service members on board were from the U.S. The incident represents the highest number of U.S.[Read More…]
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Statement of President Obama on Casualties in Afghanistan
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 6, 2011. My thoughts and prayers go out to the families and loved ones of the Americans who were lost earlier today in Afghanistan. Their deaths are a reminder of the extraordinary sacrifices made by the men and women of our military and their families, including all[Read More…]
DOD Identifies Two Army Casualties, August 6, 2011
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 6, 2011. The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Spc. Jinsu Lee, 34, of Chatsworth, Calif. died Aug. 5, in Kunar province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 25th[Read More…]
DOD Identifies Marine Casualty, August 6, 2011
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 6, 2011. The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Sgt. Daniel D. Gurr, 21, of Vernal, Utah, died Aug. 5 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to the 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine[Read More…]
NATO Secretary General’s Statement on Helicopter Tragedy in Afghanistan
BELGIUM–(ENEWSPF)–6 August 2011. The statement below is attributed to NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen. I am deeply saddened by the death of US service members and Afghan soldiers in today’s helicopter incident. My thoughts and condolences are with their families and loved ones. In this tragic moment I would[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs Bill To Help Sex Trafficking Victims Rebuild Their Lives
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 6, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today announced a new law that will help victims of sex trafficking who have been charged with prostitution by giving them the opportunity to clear their names. The new law gives victims of sex trafficking a chance to remove their convictions through a court[Read More…]
Helicopter Crashes in Eastern Afghanistan; Recovery Underway
KABUL, Afghanistan—(ENEWSPF)–Aug. 6, 2011. An International Security Assistance Force helicopter crashed in eastern Afghanistan today, and recovery operations are underway. ISAF is still in the process of assessing the circumstances to determine the facts of the incident, reporting indicates there was enemy activity in the area. Additional details will be[Read More…]
U.S. Leaders Offer Condolences in Wake of Helicopter Crash in Afghanistan
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–Aug. 6, 2011 – Senior U.S. officials have extended condolences to the families of American and Afghan forces lost in an International Security Assistance Force helicopter crash in eastern Afghanistan earlier today. Recovery operations are under way, ISAF Joint Command officials said in a statement today, noting that reports indicate there was enemy[Read More…]
WEEKLY ADDRESS: Creating Jobs and Getting All Americans Back to Work
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 6, 2011. This week, Congress reached an agreement that’s going to allow us to make some progress in reducing our nation’s budget deficit. And through this compromise, both parties are going to have to work together on a larger plan to get our nation’s finances in order. [Read More…]
U.S. Long-Term Rating Lowered To ‘AA+’ On Political Risks And Rising Debt Burden; Outlook Negative
NEW YORK—(ENEWSPF)—August 5, 2011. Standard & Poor’s has cut the long-term credit rating of the United States one notch from AAA to AA+ based on concerns about the government’s budget deficits and rising debt burden. It is anticipated that this move will eventually raise interest rates for the government, businesses[Read More…]
