The National Jewish Democratic Council on Monday responded to news that Chuck Hagel will be nominated for secretary of defense, expressing confidence that he will “follow the President’s lead of providing unrivaled support for Israel” despite the group’s previous concerns about the former Republican senator.
The statement:
“President Barack Obama’s unprecedented pro-Israel credentials are unquestionable, and setting policy starts and stops with the President. While we have expressed concerns in the past, we trust that when confirmed, former Senator Chuck Hagel will follow the President’s lead of providing unrivaled support for Israel — on strategic cooperation, missile defense programs, and leading the world against Iran’s nuclear program.”
