Ashton Carter actually said...

If confirmed as Secretary of Defense, I pledge to make needed change in the Pentagon, but also to seek support from Congress because I know that in the end, Congress holds the power of the purse.

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Carter emphasizes the importance of congressional support for defense reforms.

02/03/2015

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