Obama weighs firing Afghan war commander over comments
President Obama considers removing Gen Stanley McChrystal after Rolling Stone quotes show his disparaging remarks about the president and aides. McChrystal apologizes and heads to Washington for a briefing as Gates and Gibbs signal possible dismissal. Karzai supports the general while U.S. officials insist unity is crucial in Afghanistan.
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