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Thursday, January 31, 2013

In Hagel Hearing, Kaine Talks Sequestration Concerns

Former Sen. John Warner introduces Secretary of Defense nominee Sen. Chuck Hagel at Armed Services Committee hearing.

U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine Thursday questioned Secretary of Defense nominee Sen. Chuck Hagel during his confirmation hearing on issues affecting Northern Virginia's economy, the nation’s security, and how service members can be successful after leaving active duty, according to a news release from Kaine's office. Long-time member of the Armed Services Committee, John Warner, introduced Hagel at the hearing. During his opening comments, Kaine said Warner, a former Secretary of the Navy and U.S. Senator from Virginia who served as the Chairman of the Armed Services Committee, was the best ally Hagel could have. “Today’s hearing with Senator Hagel was productive and thorough and the endorsement of former Senator John Warner cannot be overstated,” …

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