Admiral Mike Mullen speaks about the Pentagon's preparations for a new U.S. president

During a press availability at the Pentagon, Adm. Mike Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, says the Defense Department needs "to be prepared across the board" for a new president and that the idea of a rapid withdrawal worries him. (1:01)
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Admiral Mike Mullen speaks about drawing down American troops in Iraq

During a press availability at the Pentagon, Adm. Mike Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, says that drawing down troops in Iraq is a delicate balance. Mullen says he wants more time at home for the troops. (1:00)
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Admiral Mike Mullen says that forces have to draw down in Iraq to create more U.S. forces for Afghanistan

At a press availability at the Pentagon, Adm. Mike Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, says that troops drawing down in Iraq will create room for the military to redeploy trainers for the Afghan military and police. (0:32)
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