On the recordMarch 10, 2015
Passing the proposed AUMF will demonstrate to our personnel that their government stands behind them.
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congress.govPassing the proposed AUMF will demonstrate to our personnel that their government stands behind them.
Carter highlights the AUMF's role in supporting military personnel.
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I can't support, and won't support, is anything that moves towards instability.
Obviously, I'm the Secretary of Defense, so I care very deeply about the defense budget.
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