The following is a transcript of an interview with former Defense Secretary Robert Gates that aired on May 19, 2024. MARGARET BRENNAN: And we go now to the former Secretary of Defense and Chancellor of William and Mary, Robert Gates. Good morning to you. FORMER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE ROBERT GATES: Good Morning, Margaret. MARGARET BRENNAN:
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