Political Confetti

As 2009 approaches, here's a round-up of some of the last political news of 2008:

Fed prosecutor Patrick Fitzgerald asks for 90-day extension to indict IL Gov. Rod Blagojevich. The office of IL Sec of State Jesse White officially rejects Blago's Senate pick. Rep. Danny Davis (D-IL) reveals that he was Blago's first choice, while Roland Burris reiterates his lack of taint.

Wrapping up their vacation in Hawaii, the Obamas are moving into DC's Hay-Adams hotel this weekend so Sasha and Malia can start their new school on 1/5. Facing snow and subzero wind chills, the Clintons are dropping the ball in Times Square this evening.

DC lobbyist Vicki Iseman sues the New York Times for $27M over an article suggesting a romantic relationship between her and Sen. John McCain. Coming out with a new book, former AG Alberto Gonzales insists that he is a "casualty" in the war on terror. An election judge in MN is shocked that her ballot was rejected by the campaign of Sen. Norm Coleman (who, ironically, she voted for).

(CHRIS BODENNER)