Legum’s New Line

The Baltimore Sun reports that Sen. Barbara Mikulski, one of Maryland’s most popular politicians, may be tapped by Obama to replace Daschle at the Department of Health and Human Services:

Unconfirmed rumors began seeping out of Capitol Hill late today that Maryland Sen. Barbara A. MIkulski is under consideration for the suddenly vacant position of Secretary of Health and Human Services.

A spokeswoman for Mikulski did not immediately return email and cellphone messages, which only added to the mystery. The White House had no comment, but it does not typically respond to reports about prospective appointments unless they are about to be made public.

…Her image as a feisty spokeswoman for working-class voters could be an asset at HHS, particularly as the Obama administration attempts to sell its health care overhaul plan to the nation. She is also well-versed in the details of Medicare and Social Security.

Previously, Mikulski was named to “to lead a Senate working group that will help draft a national health care plan.”

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