Commerce Secretary Post
In January 2009, news sources reported that Barack Obama was considering Thompson to fill the Commerce secretary post in the Obama administration. Thompson was a strong supporter of Barack Obama's campaign during the 2008 election cycle. Ultimately, Senator Judd Gregg was chosen for the post but withdrew his name on Thursday, February 12. Thompson again remained a potential candidate until the successful appointment of Gary Locke.
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi appointed Thompson to the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission in 2009.
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