The president reiterated his support for reinstating the expired U.S.ban on assault weapons, but acknowledged Congressional resistance makes that unlikely.

VOA: standard.2009.04.17

Gibbs has acknowledged the lawmakers' concerns, and says Mr.Obama's plans for the prisoners are still taking shape.

VOA: standard.2009.05.20

The president acknowledged the release of the memos has been difficult for the intelligence community.

VOA: standard.2009.04.20

Authorities here have acknowledged that deforestation and unregulated development were responsible for weakening the soil and contributed to the mudslides from Messina's surrounding hills and cliffs.

VOA: standard.2009.10.03

And I consider that totally unacceptable,". The president acknowledged that it might take weeks for investigators to uncover all of the facts related to the attempted attack.

VOA: standard.2009.12.29

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, a Nevada Democrat, acknowledged Specter's independent streak, and said there would continue to be a need for cooperation from Republicans in accomplishing the nation's business.

VOA: standard.2009.04.28