On the recordSeptember 11, 2009
The Pentagon is considering sending more troops to Afghanistan. Defense Secretary Robert Gates may send as many as 3,000 additional troops to clean up the country's deadly roadside bombs.
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transcripts.cnn.comRobert Gates: “The Pentagon is considering sending more troops to Afghanistan. Defense Secretary Robert Gates may send as many as 3,000…”
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The quote addresses the potential increase in U.S. military presence in Afghanistan to address security issues.
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