In 2000 , candidate McCain says Hagel would make a great Defense Secretary . Washington ( CNN ) -- During his 2000 presidential run , a New Hampshire voter asked Republican Sen. John McCain who he might choose as secretary of defense . In 2013 , McCain says he has concerns over Hagel 's nomination to the post . Comment:
In 2000 , candidate McCain says Hagel would make a great Defense Secretary . In 2013 , McCain says he has concerns over Hagel 's nomination to the post . Comment: