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Expanded Role for U.S. Special Operations Forces Sought

HeadlineFeb 13, 2012

The New York Times is reporting the nation’s top Special Operations officer is seeking the authority to deploy special forces anywhere in the world without normal Pentagon oversight. As part of the plan, Admiral William McRaven wants Special Operations forces to expand their presence in Asia, Africa and Latin America. McRaven also wants the authority to quickly move his units to potential hot spots without going through the standard Pentagon process governing overseas deployments.

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