McCain: Hagel could have a place in administration

ASHLAND, Neb. (AP) — Presidential hopeful John McCain had kind words for fellow Republican Chuck Hagel on Wednesday, but wouldn't speculate on whether the Nebraska senator might be Democrat Barack Obama's choice for a running mate. McCain did say Hagel could have a place in his own administration, and that he'll continue to talk to him and value his opinions. The Arizona senator was in Nebraska for a fundraiser at the Strategic Air and Space Museum in Ashland. Former U.S. Rep. Hal Daub, chairman of McCain's Nebraska campaign, said the event raised more than $700,000. In an interview with The Associated Press, McCain said he and Hagel are "close and dear friends" who came to different conclusions on the Iraq war. Hagel has been an outspoken critic of the war, while McCain says the United States needs to stay in Iraq and... [read full story]