NEW : Troops ' opinions on policy should have been solicited , Senator John McCain says . But I believe , and history tells , that most of them will put aside personal proclivities for something larger than themselves and for each other , '' he said . Defense Secretary Robert Gates : Change should come from Congress , not the military . Joint Chiefs chairman : We will deal with whatever damage results from the decision .
NEW : Troops ' opinions on policy should have been solicited , Senator John McCain says . Defense Secretary Robert Gates : Change should come from Congress , not the military . Joint Chiefs chairman : We will deal with whatever damage results from the decision .