I support General McKiernan's request for additional U.S. troops in Afghanistan to improve security and serve as trainers.
John McCain: “I support General McKiernan's request for additional U.S. troops in Afghanistan to improve security and serve as…”
On the recordJanuary 14, 2009
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McCain endorses troop increase in Afghanistan for security and training purposes.
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