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Clinton confirmed

January

Clinton is confirmed as secretary of state.

WASHINGTON — The Senate has confirmed Hillary Rodham Clinton to become secretary of state.
The Senate vote was overwhelmingly in favor of the former first lady despite lingering concerns by some Republicans that her husband’s charitable fundraising overseas could pose a conflict of interest.
Republicans and Democrat alike say her swift confirmation was necessary so that President Barack Obama could begin tackling the major foreign policy issues at hand, including two wars, increased violence in the Middle East and the threat of a nuclear-armed Iran.
Immediately after the vote, Clinton was to be sworn in during a private ceremony at the Capitol.

Gov. David Paterson meanwhile said he hoped to announce her replacement in the Senate by the weekend.

PHOTO: Sen. Hillary Clinton applauds introductions during a fund-raising dinner honoring her with a “Salute to Greatness” award by the King Center Saturday in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)

This entry was posted on Wednesday, January 21st, 2009 at 5:43 pm by Noreen O'Donnell.
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Colour1 January 22nd, 2009 at 11:45 am
I’ll be right there to pack her bags!!!

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