Becerra's out

By GottaLaff

Rep. Xavier Becerra tells the editorial board of La Opinion that he has turned down the job of U.S. trade representative, having concluded -- trade watchers take note -- that trade won't be the first, second, or third priority of the Obama administration.

Should Obama feel rejected? Nah. He's a pro. Besides, in my original post, Becerra did say he was mulling it over:

"Becerra is weighing whether to give up his House seniority and newly won spot as vice chairman of the Democratic Caucus to take the Cabinet-level post...

So, who's next?

Rep. Xavier Becerra Tapped for Trade Rep

By GottaLaff

Another day, another offer:

Rep. Xavier Becerra (D-CA) "has been offered the post of U.S. Trade Representative in the incoming administration of President-elect Barack Obama," CQ Politics reports.

"Becerra is weighing whether to give up his House seniority and newly won spot as vice chairman of the Democratic Caucus to take the Cabinet-level post... But another Democratic source said the job has been offered and accepted."

No need to play footsies. He's already made up his mind