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Biden taps 'barrier-breaking soldier' for defense department

President-elect Joe Biden announced retired U.S. Army General Lloyd Austin as his selection for secretary of defense, a choice that has sparked a variety of reactions. Nick Schifin reports.

Biden taps 'barrier-breaking soldier' for defense department

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