Nebraska's U-S Senate delegation in Washington DC is split on a vote regarding the nomination of Chuck Hagel as U-S Secretary of Defense
Nebraska's U-S Senate delegation in Washington DC is split on a vote regarding the nomination of Chuck Hagel as U-S Secretary of Defense. Senator Mike Johanns plans a yes vote for Hagel but respects colleague Senator Deb Fischer's decision.
Mike Johanns, U-S Senator; "given item."
Senator Johanns says he knows Hagel probably better than anyone and believes he will strong with our allies and the men and women who wear the uniform. Johanns says he is comfortable with his decision and respects Senator Fischer's.
U-S Senator Deb Fischer plans a no vote regarding Chuck Hagel nomination as Secretary of Defense. Her Nebraska colleague Senator Mike Johanns states he is voting for the nomination for several reasons.
Johanns; "I made."
Senator Johanns says he is not bothered by Senator Fischer's no vote and she was elected to exercise her best judgment.
Nebraska U-S Senator Mike Johanns respects fellow Nebraska Senator Deb Fischer's decision to vote no on Chuck Hagel's nomination as Defense Secretary.
Johanns; "welcome that."
Senator Johanns earlier had stated he plans to vote for Hagel.
Mike Johanns talking about why he believes Chuck Hagel will make a good Secretary of Defense
(courtesy of Nebraska Radio Network)
