President-elect Barack Obama names LeonPanetta to head the Central Intelligence Agency.
"… judgment. Grace under fire and complete integrity. Let me be clear and LeonPanetta the agency will have a director who has my complete trust and substantial clout. You'll be as strong manager and a strong …" at 0:25
"… that is a clear charge that -- given to admiral Blair and LeonPanetta. And I think it is important for us to do that not only because that's who we are. But also ultimately you'll …" at 2:08
Watch in its entirety President-elect Barack Obama's news conference to announce his national security team.
"… protect our safety -- no exceptions. I'm confident that Dennis Blair and LeonPanetta or the right leaders to advance the work of our intelligence community. There public servants with unquestioned integrity. Broad experience strong management …" at 4:15
"… effort. And a purpose. Admiral -- experience will be exceptionally complemented. By LeonPanetta my choice to be director of the CIA. Leon is one of the finest public servants of our time is committed himself …" at 5:57
"… judgment. Grace under fire and complete integrity. Let me be clear and LeonPanetta the agency will have a director who has my complete trust and substantial clout. You'll be as strong manager and his strong …" at 6:32
President-elect Barack Obama is facing some distractions on the inaugural home stretch.
"… to inform the heart of the Senate Intelligence Committee that he selected LeonPanetta to Rhonda CI -- day before news leaked to the press. Even his vice president tells CNN that was a mistake. …" at 0:56
President-elect Barack Obama meets with congressional leaders to pitch his economic recovery plan.
"… Also word today that the Obama transition team has tapped LeonPanetta as director of the CIA. And Dennis Blair as the Director of National Intelligence. In Washington I'm Jessica Doyle. …" at 1:11