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Rumsfeld defers regular force increase until waste ends
Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld will not seek to expand the regular active-duty military until officials confirm that no personnel are assigned to unnecessary jobs. Deputy Paul Wolfowitz told a Senate hearing that future end-strength increases will await elimination of outdated requirements and other reforms. Lawmakers including Sen. Jim Bunning pressed for a broader buildup amid commitments and reserve use.
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