On the recordJanuary 30, 2013
I have made it clear I share Leon Panetta's and our Service Chiefs' serious concerns about the impact sequestration would have on our Armed Forces.
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congress.govI have made it clear I share Leon Panetta's and our Service Chiefs' serious concerns about the impact sequestration would have on our Armed Forces.
Hagel expresses concern over budget cuts affecting military readiness.
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