On the recordFebruary 16, 2005
Now, does the Pentagon--Mr. Secretary, does the Pentagon plan to maintain any permanent military bases or combat troops in Iraq?
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Senator Leahy questions Rumsfeld about permanent military bases in Iraq.
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