State worker fired for alleged job testing manipulation tied to contracts
Dawn DeFraties, former personnel director at Illinois Department of Central Management Services, claimed in 2004 emails that outside contractor reviews duplicated work by Revere Group. Admin responses and later investigations tied to hiring practices left DeFraties and deputy Michael Casey fired in May 2005 for altering testing grades to favor 28 applicants.
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Immigration bill moves toward Senate approval amid House clash
Senate supporters expect passage of a broad immigration bill aligning with President Bush on border security a guest worker program and potential citizenship. Senate action follows a 73 25 vote to limit debate while a House conservatives push for a tougher, different path faces ongoing negotiations and another 67 31 challenge vote.
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First wave of National Guard heads to border states
The National Guard chief told lawmakers that about 800 guardsmen will deploy next week to California, Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico around June 1. About 200 troops will be sent to each state, with planners and leaders staying longer than the initial 21 days to ensure continuity in the border program as part of President Bush's plan to use up to 6,000 guardsmen at border states.
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Email thread shows firing trigger at Illinois CMS
Dawn DeFraties emails reveal pre firing discussions with Donna Simmons and Ed Wynn about internal personnel reviews. DeFraties notes paying 80000 for outside consultants and questions need for another org chart. Wynn insists correct methodology will be used for the review.
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