Hillary Rodham Clinton was officially announced to the role of Secretary of State by President-elect Barack Obama today at a news conference. Check out Hillary Clinton’s speech in the video clip above.

Hillary Clinton will require confirmation by the Senate for the Obama Cabinet role.

Obama said of Clinton: “She possesses an extraordinary intelligence and toughness, and a remarkable work ethic. … She is an American of tremendous stature who will have my complete confidence, who knows many of the world’s leaders, who will command respect in every capital, and who will clearly have the ability to advance our interests around the world.”