All the officials spoke on the condition that they not be named.

Some local officials speak of a bailout by the state.

Worse for many investors, few officials speak English or understand business.

The city has since introduced legislation to allow officials to speak about some cases.

It was not precisely clear whether the two officials were speaking with the full authority of the Administration.

No elected official or local group spoke in favor of the plan.

Officials said the talk would be the first time a federal official has publicly spoken about the program.

Those officials would not speak for attribution before the meeting on Monday.

Some officials inside and outside the Government speak of the mentors who have shaped his career.

The officials spoke on the condition that they would not be quoted directly.