So far just this:
BC-APNewsAlert
WASHINGTON (AP) -- A government official says National Intelligence Director John Negroponte will resign to become deputy secretary of state.
I suspect he dreaded being hauled before Democratic-run committees on the Hill.
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More from AP:
Negroponte took over in 2005 as the nation’s first intelligence chief, responsible for overseeing all 16 U.S. spy agencies. He will return to his roots as a career diplomat to become the No. 2 to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, the official said.
Negroponte is stepping down as President Bush develops a new strategy for the war in Iraq.
The official said that the timing of Negroponte’s departure was uncertain but that it was expected soon. The official spoke on condition of anonymity because there has been no announcement of the move.
Maybe Negroponte isn't ready to go along with the esclation, or is tired of bullying by Cheney and his staff.