Richardson not to be Commerce Secretary
05-01-2009
The Governor of New Mexico, Bill Richardson, has withdrawn as President-elect Barack Obama's nominee for Commerce Secretary. His decision was linked to a pending investigation into a company which has done business with his state. Governor Richardson denies any wrongdoing. But both he and Mr Obama said that in the middle of the economic crisis, the decision to withdraw had been made to avoid delays in filling this crucial economic post. RTHK's Washington correspondent, Daniel Ryntjes, said Mr Richardson's withdrawal won't hamper the role out of Barack Obama's massive stimulus package.
