Is A Republican The Frontrunner For Defense? -- CNN
Washington (CNN) - Former Nebraska Republican Sen. Chuck Hagel has met with both President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden, as the president considers tapping him to replace Leon Panetta as defense secretary, according to several knowledgeable sources.
Several sources familiar with the process say Hagel appears to have the inside track for the job. CNN has previously reported Hagel is on the short list of potential nominees. One Democratic source familiar with the process simply dubs Hagel "the frontrunner." Another Democrat with knowledge of the process calls Hagel’s nomination "almost a done deal." But according to an administration official, no decisions have been made.
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More News On Speculation That Former Nebraska Republican Sen. Chuck Hagel Is The Next US Secretary of Defense
The Secretary of Defense Cuts. Potential Obama nominee favors massive defense reductions -- Washington Free Beacon
Tapping Hagel for Obama Cabinet could raise Republican concerns -- The Hill
The Critique of Hagel. Experts worried about possible nomination of Chuck Hagel to defense secretary -- Washington Free Beacon
Obama to fill key posts in weeks, Hagel on Pentagon short list -- Reuters
Report: Republican Hagel Being Considered For Defense Secretary -- CBS
Who is Chuck Hagel, again? -- Foreign Policy
My Comment: He is exactly the type of person that President Obama wants in the Pentagon. Memo to the Pentagon .... be prepared for even bigger budget cuts.
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