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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel speaks to Department of Defense employees at the Mark Center in Alexandria, Va., May 14, 2013. Hagel announced furloughs of up to 11 days for employees, adding that every military department and almost every agency, with limited exceptions.

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Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel speaks to Department of Defense employees at the Mark Center in Alexandria, Va., May 14, 2013. Hagel announced furloughs of up to 11 days for employees, adding that every military department and almost every agency, with limited exceptions.

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