Senate Democrats have agreed to delay a vote on Chuck Hagel’s nomination as the next secretary of defense. Senate Armed Services Committee Chair Carl Levin says the panel’s vote will be moved until later in the month to address Republican concerns. Republican senators want Hagel to disclose the texts of private speeches he has delivered, as well as more information on his financial ties. Supporters of Hagel say he is being targeted over his deviation from the party line on issues, including Israel and Iran.