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Geithner Likely to Be Named Treasury Secretary

Several news orgs report the New York Federal Reserve Bank president is expected to be Obama's pick. Obama is set to personally name Geithner -- and take questions -- Monday in a roll of his economic team. Permalink

First Daughters Prep Their Replacements

Barbara Bush tells “Nightline” that Sasha and Malia Obama are “really cute, smart girls.” Read her advice to the new first daughters here. Barbara and sister Jenna gave the girls a tour of the White House earlier this week. Permalink

Richardson May Be Headed to Commerce

WashPost: The New Mexico Governor has emerged as a "serious contender" for the Cabinet slot, according to a Democratic official. NBC News: Richardson's appointment likely to be announced Monday with economic team rollout. Permalink

More WH Staff Announced

Obama team makes more positions official. New announcements include Obama's political director, Michelle Obama and Jill Biden's chiefs of staff, Biden's counsel and the VP director of administration. Get all the details there. Permalink

"I Got the Corned Beef"

The president-elect hits Manny's -- the best restaurant in Chicago -- for lunch Friday after spending the morning at his transition office downtown. Is swarmed by customers as he makes his way to the deli's counter. "I love you," one says. "I love you back," Obama replies. He ordered the corned beef with the mayo-mustard mix. Left with extra sandwiches and two cherry pies. Read pool report here. Permalink

Foggy Bottom #2?

Question A: Would a Secretary of State Clinton get to pick her own deputy secretary? Question B: If so, could it be mandarin Richard Holbrooke? Permalink

The Big Five: Friday Edition

HALPERIN'S TAKE: The five most important people in American politics right now -- who aren't Barack Obama. Permalink

Obama Lobbies for Chicago 2016

The president-elect delivers a taped appeal to a European Olympic Committees meeting in Istanbul. Officials expect Obama to join them in Copenhagen for final presentation in October 2009. Read full statement here. Click above for video. Permalink

CNN: Gen. Jones Obama's "Leading Choice" for National Security Adviser

Two sources close to the Obama transition team say the president-elect has given the impression the retired Marine can have the job if he wants it. Adds there are still private discussions underway and no final decision has been made. Permalink

Mukasey Returns to Work

The Attorney General checks out of George Washington University Hospital with a "clean bill of health" after fainting during a speech Thursday evening. Doctors have ruled out a stroke or cardiac problem as the cause of the incident. Earlier: Bush calls Mukasey Friday morning to wish him a speedy recovery, says he's "sounding well." Permalink

GOP Senators Demand to Be Included

Minority Leader McConnell writes Majority Leader Reid insisting on a full role for the GOP, warning of “significant unity among Republicans” otherwise. Letter is signed by all 40 Republican Senators, plus the two incumbents still waiting for final vote results. Permalink

Obama Elementary School

A grade school on Long Island changes its name in honor of the president-elect. Officials say Obama’s election is a source of great pride to the school’s 440 students, mostly black or Hispanic. Permalink

Obama Administration Résumés Top 200,000

Anyone looking for a government job through Obama's Change.gov Web site is in very good company. Spokeswoman: An “incredible response." Permalink

Clinton Laughs Off Cabinet Question

She brushes off reporters when asked about the State position at the ribbon cutting for the "Squash Street" athletic courts in Harlem Thursday night. Says, after a chuckle: "Somehow, I don’t think that's on a lot of young people's minds." Click above to watch. Why Obama would pick Clinton here. Permalink

Obama's Friday

The president-elect continues to hold private meetings in Chicago. Day begins with a visit to the gym and then arrival at transition office. Meanwhile: Biden remains in Delaware the day after his 66th birthday. There are no public events scheduled. Permalink