Chapter 370

“It can’t happen soon enough to suit me,” admitted Lisa. “Congress is starting to whine and whimper again about your decision regarding withdrawal. They won’t even consider your nominees for any Cabinet positions until this all shakes out. If it doesn’t work out like we hope, getting anything through Congress will be difficult, at best.”

“Steve is doing his best and I have no reason to doubt he’ll make it work. We need to plan on pressuring the Senate to confirm my appointments as soon as Russia, China, and North Korea begin to comply with our agreement,” stated Gwen.

“When are you going to announce that Vince Rosen has agreed to accept the vice presidency?” asked Kate. “Will you make the announcement, or leave it up to Ashley?”

“I think I need to make the announcement. I’ll make it clear that he’s doing this as a service to his country and only because I asked him personally. He’s still grieving over Cynthia’s death, but he agrees that he’ll heal faster if has som