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Hagel On The Hot Seat
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Former Nebraska Senator Chuck Hagel is being grilled by the Senate Armed Services Committee today, as it considers his nomination to be the new secretary of defense.
Hagel served two terms in the Senate, representing Nebraska as a Republican. He is also a decorated veteran of the war in Vietnam.
He's being questioned about his views on Israel and Iran.
- Washington Post: Hagel wages charm offensive ahead of hearing
Guest:
- Ernesto Londono, reporter for The Washington Post. He tweets @londonoe.
This segment aired on January 31, 2013.