The incoming Obama administration must choose another nominee to head the Commerce Department, now that Bill Richardson has withdrawn his name.

Cites an ongoing investigation into an alleged “pay-to-play” scheme in New Mexico.

Obama spokesman Gibbs: “The totality of our Cabinet picks, it’s impressive, and I think our vetters have done a good job.”

WashPost: “…His withdrawal marked the first visible crack in what had been one of the smoothest presidential transitions in modern history.”