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John McCain: the United States . . . would only consider the use of nuclear weapons in extreme circumstances to defend the vital…

On the recordFebruary 14, 2011
the United States . . . would only consider the use of nuclear weapons in extreme circumstances to defend the vital interests of the United States or its allies and partners.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

McCain discusses the conditions under which the U.S. might use nuclear weapons.

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