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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Becky Gates holds the Bible as Robert M. Gates (center) is sworn in as the 22nd secretary of defense by Vice President Dick Cheney (right) at the Pentagon, Dec. 18, 2006. President George W. Bush (left) looks on. Gates was confirmed Dec. 6, 2006, by the U.S. Senate in a 95-2 vote.

TAKING THE OATH

Becky Gates holds the Bible as Robert M. Gates (center) is sworn in as the 22nd secretary of defense by Vice President Dick Cheney (right) at the Pentagon, Dec. 18, 2006. President George W. Bush (left) looks on. Gates was confirmed Dec. 6, 2006, by the U.S. Senate in a 95-2 vote.

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