Chuck Hagel actually said...

American dominance on the seas, in the skies, and in space can no longer be taken for granted.

Hagel acknowledges the decline in U.S. military dominance across various domains.

02/26/2014

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If confirmed, I will work to uphold and prioritize our security commitments in the Asia-Pacific region.

If you do that, that is tantamount to giving the President of the United States authority to use military force against Iran.

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I make that commitment to this committee.