Breaking News: Paterson's Choice is Downstate Congresswoman

Standing in front of a large group of state dignitaries, Governor David Paterson announced his selection to replace Hillary Clinton in the US Senate. Paterson also announced that Kirsten Gillebrand's appointment is on an interim basis. Gillibrand was selected ahead of State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo, Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown, Congressman Brian Higgins, and several other candidates. She was the first woman elected to represent the 20th District, which spans Eastern New York from Dutchess to Essex Counties.