Gross Domestic Product: Second Quarter Revised Up to 4.2% as Economy Rolls On
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/29/2018 11:21 AM
Washington, DC...Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 4.2 percent in the second quarter of 2018 (table 1), according to the "second" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the first quarter, real GDP increased 2.2 percent. The GDP estimate released today is based on more complete source data than were available for the "advance" estimate issued last month. In the advance estimate, the increase in real GDP was 4.1 percent. With this second estimate for the second quarter, the general picture of economic growth remains the same; the revision primarily reflected upward revisions to nonresidential fixed investment and private inventory investment that were partly offset by a downward revision to personal consumption expenditures (PCE). Imports which are a subtraction in the calculation of GDP, were revised down. (see "Updates to GDP" on page 2).
President Trump in Phone Call with President Peña Nieto of Mexico on the United States-Mexico Trade Agreement
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/27/2018 01:58 PM
Washington, DC... Hello everybody. It’s a big day for trade, a big day for our country. A lot of people thought we’d never get here because we all negotiate tough. We do, and so does Mexico. And this is a tremendous thing. This has to do — they used to call it NAFTA. We’re going to call it the United States-Mexico Trade Agreement, and we’ll get rid of the name NAFTA. It has a bad connotation because the United States was hurt very badly by NAFTA for many years. And now it’s a really good deal for both countries, and we look very much forward to it.
Washington, DC...Despite our differences on policy and politics, I respect Senator John McCain’s service to our country and, in his honor, have signed a proclamation to fly the flag of the United States at half-staff until the day of his interment. I have asked Vice President Mike Pence to offer an address at the ceremony honoring Senator McCain at the United States Capitol this Friday.
Presidential Proclamation on the Death of Senator John Sidney McCain III
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/27/2018 02:12 PM
Washington, DC...As a mark of respect for the memory and longstanding service of Senator John Sidney McCain III, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, on the day of interment. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half‑staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.
Phoenix, AZ...A final statement from Sen. John McCain as read by his spokesman Rick Davis: My fellow Americans, whom I have gratefully served for 60 years, and especially my fellow Arizonians, thank you for the privilege of serving you and for the rewarding life that service in uniform and in public office has allowed me to lead. I've tried to serve our country honorably. I've made mistakes, but I hope my love for America will be weighed favorably against them. I've often observed that I am the luckiest person on Earth. I feel that way even now as I prepare for the end of my life. I've loved my life, all of it.
The VA Health Van Clinic Will Visit West Point on August 30th
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/27/2018 10:58 PM
West Point, CA...VA Health Van Clinic, August 30th , 2018, 10 am- 2 pm, VFW #3322 West Point, 202 Spink Rd. West Point, Ca, 95255. Local Agencies Represented: VA Health Care Enrollment, Calaveras County Veterans Service Office, Common Ground Senior Services, VA Medical Provider, VHA Vet Center Rep. If you are NOT currently in the VA system, bring an copy of your DD214 (discharge papers) to attach to your enrollment form. If you do not have a copy of your DD214, we may be able to obtain one for you.
Senator John Sidney McCain III August 29, 1936 – August 25, 2018
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/25/2018 06:49 PM
Washington, D.C. – The McCain family released the following statement today: “Last summer, Senator John McCain shared with Americans the news our family already knew: he had been diagnosed with an aggressive glioblastoma, and the prognosis was serious. In the year since, John has surpassed expectations for his survival. But the progress of disease and the inexorable advance of age render their verdict. With his usual strength of will, he has now chosen to discontinue medical treatment. Our family is immensely grateful for the support and kindness of all his caregivers over the last year, and for the continuing outpouring of concern and affection from John’s many friends and associates, and the many thousands of people who are keeping him in their prayers. God bless and thank you all."
Senator John McCain Discontinuing Cancer Treatments
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/24/2018 09:08 AM
Washington, D.C. – The McCain family released the following statement today: “Last summer, Senator John McCain shared with Americans the news our family already knew: he had been diagnosed with an aggressive glioblastoma, and the prognosis was serious. In the year since, John has surpassed expectations for his survival. But the progress of disease and the inexorable advance of age render their verdict. With his usual strength of will, he has now chosen to discontinue medical treatment. Our family is immensely grateful for the support and kindness of all his caregivers over the last year, and for the continuing outpouring of concern and affection from John’s many friends and associates, and the many thousands of people who are keeping him in their prayers. God bless and thank you all."
President Trump at a Roundtable on the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act (FIRRMA)
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/24/2018 11:14 AM
Washington, DC...Thank you very much for being here this morning, and thank you to Secretary Mnuchin for joining us. And congratulations. You’re doing a great job. We appreciate it very much, Steve. I especially want to welcome Senators John Cornyn, who has been working so hard lately, and especially at the border. We’re doing things that nobody else thought we could do with very bad legislation. Better get that legislation changed. I think we’ll get it done.
Gary L. Stevens For Sheriff Tri-Tip Fundraiser Dinner & Dance
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/22/2018 11:44 AM
San Andreas, CA...Gary L. Stevens For Sheriff Tri-Tip Fundraiser Dinner & Dance is August 25th. Don't miss out and get your tickets now. Gary has been a professional peace officer for more than 28 years. His dedication to law enforcement began as a young adult, and he remains true to the profession to this day. After all his years in law enforcement, Gary still looks forward to going to work. How many people in any profession can say that?
