Sen. Clinton tapped to be secretary of state in Obama administration . In a statement released Monday in which he praised the choice of Hillary Clinton for the nation 's top diplomatic post , Paterson said , `` In order to appoint the best possible candidate to replace Sen. Clinton , I am consulting with a wide variety of individuals from all across New York State . ` New York Gov . Paterson will name Clinton replacement in the Senate . Appointed senator will serve two years before special election . Comment:
Sen. Clinton tapped to be secretary of state in Obama administration . New York Gov . Paterson will name Clinton replacement in the Senate . Appointed senator will serve two years before special election . Comment: