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Shooting Prompts Full Pentagon Review

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Will investigate how military monitors potential problems.

In the wake of the Fort Hood shooting, the Pentagon is planning a full review of its procedures for keeping a watch on potential problems in their ranks. The investigation would look beyond the particulars of Nidal Malik Hasan, with Defense Secretary Robert Gates wanting a complete review. “This is shaping up to be a DoD effort,” said Pentagon press secretary Geoff Morrell. “This is larger than the Army. There are issues that need to be looked at department-wide.”

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