Chuck Hagel’s Shift on Iran Policy During Confirmation Hearings
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The passage reveals that former Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel altered his public stance on Iran sanctions and military options during his confirmation hearings, aligning with the President’s policy Hagel backtracked on earlier anti‑Iran positions during Jan 31 confirmation hearing. He publicly endorsed all options, including force, to prevent Iran’s nuclear program. His statements reflect direc
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