McCaren Mentioned As Possible Secretary of State, Intelligence Director

DMG governor may be top pick for foreign affairs or intelligence chief

GRASSADELLA CITY, DMG--Damoign Gov. Jim McCaren (NAT) may be nominated for Secretary of State or National Intelligence Director, according to sources within the transition team.

The 67-year-old governor, who lost a bid for re-election to Grassadella City Mayor Sid Hoffa (CNS), has been mentioned in meetings between members of the incoming Menuhaeo administration, and the out-going Byelle administration, according to sources close to the process. McCaren is an attractive candidate because of his past work with both the state department, and with various intelligence agencies. McCaren also served in the military for 13 years.

"Governor McCaren would make a great Secretary of State or National Intelligence Director. His service to his country is commendable, and we are exploring the idea of him serving his country again--this time, in a different capacity," Hal Lennet, spokesman for President-elect Brenton Menuhaeo said Wednesday.

The Governor's office did not comment on the speculation surrounding his future, but friends close to Mr. McCaren say he may likely accept a job with the administration, if offered.

"Well he just lost re-election, and I don't think he's ready for retirement just quite yet, so you never know," Damoign State Senator Ben Yenning (N-Waverly) told the GBC.

Others who have worked with the governor say he would be an ideal pick for Secretary of State because of his personality.

"He's very even-handed, he's a consensus-builder, and he's careful with his words. I think he would do an outstanding job," State Senator Ellen J. Haskell (N-S. Grassadella City) told GNN News.

A spokesperson for Mr. Menuhaeo says the president-elect will not officially nominate anyone for any cabinet positions until the new Congress is determined, following special elections in Biereland, East Deschire, and Wellington.