Dirksen Tests GOP Feeling on Goldberg Chief Justice Bid
Senate GOP consultations reveal Dirksen probing Republican opposition to a potential Arthur J. Goldberg nomination for chief justice. President Johnson may submit the name during a late year session or after Jan 3. Democrats split on the move as Mansfield and Young react.
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Nixon Johnson cabinet meeting signals smooth transition
Nixon and Johnson held a warm White House reception attended by most cabinet members except Orville Freeman. The two leaders planned to meet each cabinet member before January 20, with emphasis on open government and a smooth transition to the Nixon administration.
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Nixon bids for cabinet posts among three prominent Negroes
Nixon forces approached at least three prominent African Americans for cabinet level roles in the incoming administration. Samuel R. Pierce Jr. and Elsa Poston reportedly rejected offers, while Edward W. Brooke declined and recommended Gov. George Romney for Housing and Urban Development, a job Romney secured.
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