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:
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 . The views of the onetime friends have `` diverged dramatically , '' McCain says .