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On February 27, during a ceremony at the Pentagon, former Senator Chuck Hagel was sworn in as the 24th Secretary of Defense, replacing Leon Panetta. Hagel was confirmed a day earlier by the Senate after weeks of debate. Visit the Defense.gov special here: http://www.defense.gov/home/features/2013/0213_hagel-welcome/ By the end of 2013, the Department of Defense will have to cut $47 billion from it's fiscal year 2013 budget, due to sequestration. The impact of the cuts began earlier this year with the anticipation of sequester causing the services to make changes. Fortunately, service members pay WILL NOT be affected. For more news on the sequestration visit: http://www.defense.gov/home/features/2013/0213_sequestration/ As the Department of Defense looks to the future of Social Media and new formats, "Inside the DoD" will be on a temporary hiatus. For our loyal listeners, fear not, we shall return. We'd also like to know what types of videos you'd like to see more of. We produce videos for you and your input to our process is valuable, so let us know how we are doing by writing newmedia [at] dma.mil or by dropping us a line on Facebook or Twitter. facebook.com/dodlive and @DoDLiveMil Available in high definition.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel will meet with leaders in three countries on his latest trip. Available in high definition.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel says Russia's recent actions have only strengthened ties between Ukraine, the U.S. and our European allies.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel says he's gotten reports from the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and CENTCOM commander indicating U.S. airstrikes against ISIL are achieving their purpose.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel released a statement on the passing of actor Robin Williams calling the entertainer a loyal and compassionate advocate for all who serve in uniform.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel says about 130 service members are part of a new assessment team in Iraq.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel thanked crews for the airstrikes that have blunted ISIL's advance and the crew of the U.S. ship MV Cape Ray for work in destroying Syrian chemical materials.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel says the U.S. is exploring all its options in the fight against ISIL terrorists.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel praised the leadership of both the incoming and outgoing commanders of ISAF during a change of command.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel marked the beginning of Suicide Prevention Month with a statement saying suicide prevention is the responsibility of every military and civilian member of the Defense Department.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel says the U.S. and its allies will do everything they can to destroy ISIL's capabilities.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and Secretary of State John Kerry issue a joint statement as the U.S. announces a core coalition of 10 nations committed to supporting the fight against ISIL in Iraq.

℠2014 - The NATO Summit enters its second day with discussions on ISIL, Ukraine and Afghanistan.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel met with Turkish leaders in Ankara to discuss Turkey's role in the coalition to defeat ISIL and the threat the terrorist group poses to Turkey.

℠2014 - Defense leaders pay tribute to outgoing House and Senate Armed Services Committee Chairmen.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel marked National POW/MIA Recognition Day during ceremonies at the Pentagon.

℠2014 - Commander in Chief Barack Obama and Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel each praised Congress' vote to back a continuing resolution supporting the strategy to defeat ISIL.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and the French Defense Minister describe cooperative efforts the U.S. and France are making in the fight against ISIL.

℠2014 - Commander in Chief Barack Obama met with top U.S. military leaders at the Pentagon to discuss ongoing operations against ISIL terrorists in Iraq and Syria and DoD's support of Ebola containment efforts in western Africa.

℠2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel has ordered NORTHCOM to train a 30-member military team capable of responding anywhere in the United States to new cases of Ebola.