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A momentary Pentagon post for Michelle Obama

 

Published 1/13/2009 by CNN Ticker Producer Alexander Mooney at CNN Political Ticker

(CNN) – At a Tuesday news conference, Pentagon press secretary Geoff Morrell accidentally gave the future first lady an unexpected administration assignment: MORRELL: Good afternoon. Pleasure to see you all today. I have just a few announcements, and then I'll gladly take your questions. First, Secretary Gates very much appreciates the Senate Armed Services Committee quickly arranging hearings [...] (link)

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