Clinton confirmed as Secretary of State

The US Senate has confirmed Hillary Rodham Clinton to become US Secretary of State.

Wed, 21 Jan, 2009 - 21:49

The US Senate has confirmed Hillary Rodham Clinton to become US Secretary of State.

The Senate vote was overwhelmingly in favour of the former first lady despite lingering concerns by some Republicans that her husband’s charitable fundraising overseas could pose a conflict of interest.

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