Civil recoveries top criminal fines in 1994 fraud cases
The Justice Department says civil settlements and judgments in fiscal 1994 totaled a record 1.09 billion dollars from defense contractors and health care firms accused of cheating the government, far exceeding criminal fines and forfeitures. Assistant AG Frank Hunger cautioned the rise may reflect detection as well as more fraud, noting hope of better fraud ferreting.
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Report on Espy ends further action. resigns under ethics cloud
The White House says no additional action is needed against Agriculture Secretary Mike Espy as he resigns amid an ethics cloud. A late Tuesday report from White House Counselor Abner Mikva insists all presidential appointees be aware of ethics standards and policies on gifts travel and conflicts. Espy’s resignation Oct 3 and his repayment of government expenses and gifts factored into the decision to forgo further corrective action.
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Endeavour Crew Urges Green View After Mojave Landing
The Endeavour mission ends with a flawless Mojave landing as the commander and payload commander present at Edwards Air Force Base press conference. The pair describe radar observations of Earth's resources and advocate environmental awareness.
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California health care clash lingers on ballot measure
In Oakland four years after Reed Parker’s cleft palate surgery gaps left the family uninsured and in debt. Prop 186 would create a state run health plan amid a national reform fight. Opponents led by insurers warn of a huge bureaucracy and business losses, with major donors shaping the campaign war chest on both sides.
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Judge threatens to suppress Simpson evidence in trial
Los Angeles AP reports Judge Lance Ito warned he may suppress key prosecution evidence including DNA test results from the bloody glove found behind Simpson’s guest house and blood and fiber samples from the Bronco if labs weren’t timely. The move comes as juror questioning begins and the case hinges on scientific tests amid intense publicity.
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