Transcript: Robert Gates, former Defense Secretary, on " ...
The following is the transcript of an interview with former Defense Secretary Robert Gates that aired on "Face the Nation" on May 21, 2023.
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- In 2024–2025, Robert Gates appeared in multiple high-profile interviews and discussions related to U.S. defense policy, NATO, and global security, including conversations about the Russia-Ukraine conflict and U.S. foreign policy directions under contemporary leadership. If you’re looking for a specific latest quote or event, I can narrow it down if you tell me the exact area (e.g., defense policy, Middle East, China, NSA/CIA commentary) and whether you want a transcript, summary, or video link.
- He has continued to be active in public discussions and occasionally appears in media formats connected to national security analysis and higher-education engagements.
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