Former Washington Gov. Locke may become Sec. of Commerce

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Les Blumenthal | McClatchy Newspapers

WASHINGTON - Former Washington Gov. Gary Locke, the nation's first Chinese-American governor, will likely be named secretary of commerce, a senior administration official said Monday.

The official spoke on the condition of anonymity because a decision has not been made yet.

Locke served two terms as governor of Washington state. He would become Obama's third choice for the post.

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