Department of Homeland Security secretary Michael Chertoff, who serves under a Republican president, is praising President-elect Barack Obama's pick to replace him: Gov. Janet Napolitano.
Chertoff released a statement Monday afternoon in support of Napolitano, who was officially nominated to become Obama's DHS head Monday morning. In it, Chertoff spoke glowingly of his likely successor.
"I have had the good fortune of knowing and working with Governor Janet Napolitano for years," read the statement, "going back to our days as prosecutors. She has a tremendous intellect and possesses the leadership and sound judgment needed to make the difficult decisions that this job presents.
"The men and women of this department have been keenly focused for more than a year on facilitating a smooth transition for the incoming leadership team. Janet is an excellent choice for Secretary of Homeland Security, and I look forward to working with her as she prepares for this awesome responsibility."
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