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John McCain: General Chilton, the development of the dual-capable, nuclear and conventional, variant of the F-35 to replace aging…

On the recordJune 16, 2010
General Chilton, the development of the dual-capable, nuclear and conventional, variant of the F-35 to replace aging dual-capable F-16s is a primary driver for the B-61's 2017 deadline.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain highlights F-35's role in nuclear deterrence strategy.

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