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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates conducts a press briefing in the Pentagon on March 22, 2007. Gates responded to questions on a wide range of topics.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates conducts a press briefing.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates conducts a press briefing in the Pentagon on March 22, 2007. Gates responded to questions on a wide range of topics.

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