--Pennsylvania Gov. Rendell says he would “absolutely” be willing to serve as secretary of energy or transportation, but vows not to leave his state office early.
--Senate passes GI Bill championed by Virginia Sen. Webb, providing college aid for veterans.
--McCain visits Cincinnati with Rob Portman by his side -- and has some kind words.
--TIME's Tim Padgett wonders whether Florida's Gov. Crist is backing off his pro-environment positions because he wants to be No. 2.
--Alaska Gov. Palin tells CNN at some point she'd like to work on a national level, but Veep is a long shot. Watch video here.
--Kansas Gov. Sebelius says it's "quite flattering and a little surreal" to be mentioned as a potential running mate, but declined to say whether she would accept.
