Susan Rice says no to US Secretary of State nomination and withdraws herself from nomination.
EXCLUSIVE: Susan Rice tells NBC News that she is officially withdrawing from consideration for Secretary of State. Story to follow
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“If nominated, I am now convinced that the confirmation process would be lengthy, disruptive and costly – to you and to our most pressing national and international priorities,” Rice wrote in a letter to President Obama, saying she’s saddened by the partisan politics surrounding her prospects.
Full statement from Ambassador Susan Rice, removing her name from consideration for Secretary of State. [PDF File]
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