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Rep. Becerra says won't take Obama trade job

 
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Rep. Xavier Becerra on Tuesday withdrew his name from consideration to serve as President-elect Barack Obama's chief trade negotiator, saying he planned to remain in the House of Representatives. (link)

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