Thursday, January 31, 2013

SecDef nominee appears before Senate Armed Services Committee

Secretary of defense nominee Chuck Hagel goes before the Senate Armed Services Committee Thursday for a much-anticipated confirmation hearing that is expected to be contentious.
Hagel, a former Republican Nebraska senator, will likely face tough questions on issues related to Israel, defense cuts, and his oft-criticized managerial style.
It still remains unclear if Hagel can ultimately garner enough congressional support to win confirmation.
Just one Republican senator has publically endorsed Hagel, according to reports. Many others have said they will vote against Hagel.

Read more: http://freebeacon.com/hagel-faces-the-music/

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