Hagel exit marks first major Obama cabinet change since midterms
Reuters
2014-11-24
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After less than two years leading the Pentagon, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel is on his way out.
President Barack Obama announced the resignation at the White House.
(SOUNDBITE) (English) U.S. PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA SAYING:
"Last month, Chuck came to me to discuss the final quarter of my presidency and determined that having guided the department through this transition, it was an appropriate time for him to complete his service."
Hagel's departure marks the first major change to Obama's cabinet since Democrats were routed in midterm elections three weeks ago.
During the White House event, Hagel said he was grateful for the experience.
(SOUNDBITE) (English) OUTGOING DEFENSE SECRETARY CHUCK HAGEL SAYING:
"It's been the greatest privilege of my life -- the greatest privilege of my life to lead and most important, to serve -- to serve with the men and women of the Defense Department and support their families."
Hagel's tenure began in 2013 d
President Barack Obama announced the resignation at the White House.
(SOUNDBITE) (English) U.S. PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA SAYING:
"Last month, Chuck came to me to discuss the final quarter of my presidency and determined that having guided the department through this transition, it was an appropriate time for him to complete his service."
Hagel's departure marks the first major change to Obama's cabinet since Democrats were routed in midterm elections three weeks ago.
During the White House event, Hagel said he was grateful for the experience.
(SOUNDBITE) (English) OUTGOING DEFENSE SECRETARY CHUCK HAGEL SAYING:
"It's been the greatest privilege of my life -- the greatest privilege of my life to lead and most important, to serve -- to serve with the men and women of the Defense Department and support their families."
Hagel's tenure began in 2013 d
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