 AP Photo As the Obama team debates arming Libya's rebels, Defense Secretary Gates has staked out a clear position: No way. TAGGED: Pentagon, Robert Gates, United States, LibyaRECOMMENDED ARTICLES| The Obama administration exploited a constitutional loophole by taking action on its own during Libya's uprising. New legislation must end this defiance of the balance of power. more ›› |
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