Politics Nov 19 Trump picks billionaire and transition adviser Howard Lutnick for commerce secretary By Fatima Hussein, Associated Press
Politics Jan 26 WATCH: Secretary of Commerce nominee Gina Raimondo testifies in Senate confirmation hearing If confirmed, as expected, Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo, a former venture capitalist, would be responsible for promoting opportunities for economic growth domestically and overseas. By Kevin Freking, Mike Schneider, Associated Press
Politics Feb 25 Former Washington State Gov. Gary Locke Tapped to Be Commerce Secretary President Barack Obama announced his nomination of former Washington Gov. Gary Locke to be commerce secretary. By PBS News Hour
Economy Feb 24 Watch Other News: Congress Demands Bank Repayment, Solis Confirmed as Labor Secretary In Tuesday's other news, Congress demanded that Northern Trust bank repay some of the funds it received in federal rescue money after organizing lavish events and the Senate confirmed Hilda Solis as Labor Secretary.
Politics Feb 13 Reporter’s Notebook: Judy Woodruff on Gregg’s Withrdrawal, Stimulus Bill In this reporter's notebook, NewsHour senior corresondent Judy Woodruff reflects on Sen. Judd Gregg's decision to withdraw his nomination for Commerce Secretary and on how President Barack Obama's stimulus bill has fared in Congress. By PBS News Hour
Feb 12 Watch Gregg Withdrawal Deals New Setback to Obama Cabinet Commerce Secretary-designate Judd Gregg became the latest Cabinet nominee to withdraw from consideration, citing key differences with President Barack Obama on economic issues and the forthcoming Census. Washington Post reporter Chris Cillizza discusses the development. Continue watching
Feb 03 Obama Names GOP’s Gregg for Commerce Post By PBS News Hour President Barack Obama named a third prominent Republican to his Cabinet Tuesday, selecting Sen. Judd Gregg of New Hampshire as his replacement pick for commerce secretary. Continue reading