UPDATE: Several sources have chimed in to say that DeLauro is not likely to get the nod for Labor Secretary. No explanations were offered, but the sources were well positioned to know about the discussions. One person noted that her pick would have restored a bit of gender balance to the cabinet appointments, which have included men for Interior, Energy, and Agriculture.
In the past day, word has begun to surface that Rep. Rosa DeLauro is one of the finalists...
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