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Senator Chuck Hagel of Nebraska
Republican Senator Chuck Hagel of Nebraska. Senator Hagel's current term expires in 2009.
The Hill reports today that Sen. Chuck Hagel (R-NE) criticized the Republican Party’s approach to the health care debate during a speech at the University of Michigan earlier this month. Hagel chided his former Republican colleagues for using the health care debate to “destroy the other party” rather than engage in thoughtful conversation; he also [...]
- Obama names Israel critic to intelligence board (freerepublic.com)
Filed under: Foreign PolicyPresident Barack Obama Wednesday appointed former Republican Sen. Chuck Hagel to co-chair the Intelligence Advisory Board, which advises the president on the legality and quality of intelligence.
"Chuck understands that accurate and timely intelligence is essential for effective foreign policy," Obama said in a Cabinet Room briefing.
Hagel has become controversial for calling on the U.S. to hold a more neutral...
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- President Obama promotes Israel critic (search.msn.com)
- Former Sen. Hagel: GOP being 'irresponsible' on healthcare (propeller.com)
President Obama is adding to his anti-Jew crew. Former Republican Senator Chuck Hagel has been named co-chair of President's Intelligence Advisory Board. Hagel will be charged with overseeing the work of the intelligence agencies for the president and investigating violations of law by the clandestine community. Hagel joins Anti-Israel appointees such as Samantha Power and General Jones on the President's "anti-Jew" crew. Steve Clemons...
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- Obama Appoints Anti-Israel Chuck Hagel as Intelligence Aide (Boy zero the... (freerepublic.com)
- Obama appoints anti-Israel senator to head intel team (freerepublic.com)
Former Nebraska Senator Chuck Hagel gave an outstanding speech outlining the imperative of American leadership in the Israel-Palestine dispute at the J Street Annual Conference Gala Dinner last night. I had the privilege of moderating the discussion and having an...
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- Hagel to join administration (firstread.msnbc.msn.com)
- Steve Clemons: Chuck Hagel to Co-Chair Obama's Intel Advisory Board (huffingtonpost.com)
- Chuck Hagel: co-chair of the President's Intelligence Advisory Board. (israelforum.com)
This past week the Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC) issued another one of their typically hysterical press releases. This time they were aghast at the fact that former Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE) was appointed to serve on the President's National Intelligence...
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Foreign Relations
The Foreign Relations Committee is responsible for the foreign policy activities of the U.S. Senate. The committee evaluates all treaties with foreign governments; approves all diplomatic nominations; and writes legislation pertaining to U.S. foreign policy, the State Department, Foreign Assistance programs, and many associated topics.
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
The Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee has a broad jurisdiction over the operation of our nation's financial institutions, housing and mass transit programs.
Intelligence
The Senate Intelligence Committee reports and submits proposals for legislation to the Senate on intelligence activities and programs. In carrying out this purpose, the Committee makes every effort to assure that the appropriate departments and agencies provide informed and timely intelligence necessary for the executive and legislative branches to make sound decisions affecting the security and vital interests of the Nation.
Chairman, Congressional-Executive Commission on China
Senator Hagel is the Chairman of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China (CECC). The CECC was created by Congress in 2000 with the legislative mandate to monitor human rights and the development of the rule of law in China and to submit an annual report to the President and the Congress. It consists of nine Senators, nine members of the House of Representatives and five senior Administration officials appointed by the President.
Rules and Administration
The Senate Rules and Administration Committee oversees the formation of Senate procedures and regulations and the administration of several government buildings. The Committee investigates corrupt practices within the Senate, evaluates the credentials of Members of the Senate and rules regarding presidential succession, and has jurisdiction over federal elections. In addition, the Committee studies the organization of Congress in order to determine ways to make it run more smoothly and efficiently.
The Foreign Relations Committee is responsible for the foreign policy activities of the U.S. Senate. The committee evaluates all treaties with foreign governments; approves all diplomatic nominations; and writes legislation pertaining to U.S. foreign policy, the State Department, Foreign Assistance programs, and many associated topics.
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
The Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee has a broad jurisdiction over the operation of our nation's financial institutions, housing and mass transit programs.
Intelligence
The Senate Intelligence Committee reports and submits proposals for legislation to the Senate on intelligence activities and programs. In carrying out this purpose, the Committee makes every effort to assure that the appropriate departments and agencies provide informed and timely intelligence necessary for the executive and legislative branches to make sound decisions affecting the security and vital interests of the Nation.
Chairman, Congressional-Executive Commission on China
Senator Hagel is the Chairman of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China (CECC). The CECC was created by Congress in 2000 with the legislative mandate to monitor human rights and the development of the rule of law in China and to submit an annual report to the President and the Congress. It consists of nine Senators, nine members of the House of Representatives and five senior Administration officials appointed by the President.
Rules and Administration
The Senate Rules and Administration Committee oversees the formation of Senate procedures and regulations and the administration of several government buildings. The Committee investigates corrupt practices within the Senate, evaluates the credentials of Members of the Senate and rules regarding presidential succession, and has jurisdiction over federal elections. In addition, the Committee studies the organization of Congress in order to determine ways to make it run more smoothly and efficiently.
