Obama calls for Blagojevich's resignation

From NBC's Savannah GuthrieThrough his spokesman, Obama is calling for Rod Blagojevich to resign as Illinois governor. Said Gibbs, "The President-elect agrees with Lt. Governor [Pat] Quinn and many others that under the current circumstances, it is difficult for the governor to effectively do his job and serve the people of Illinois." Also, Obama thinks a special election should be considered. Gibbs added: "The President-elect believes that the General Assembly should consider the issue and put...( read more ) (link)