Robert Gates: “I also would express the hope that the Senate will continue to reject…”

On the recordFebruary 16, 2011

I also would express the hope that the Senate will continue to reject the unnecessary extra engine for the F-35.

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Gates urges the Senate to maintain its stance against additional F-35 funding.

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Robert Gates: “I also would express the hope that the Senate will continue to reject the unnecessary extra engine for the F-35.”