From Think Progress:
Yesterday, Defense Secretary Robert Gates, who will continue to serve under Obama, disputed Cheney’s skepticism. While Gates admitted that shutting down Guantanamo would be difficult, he said that all the potential problems are “solvable.” “I would like to see it closed,” said Gates. “And I think it will be a high priority for the new administration.” Watch it:
This just in. Obama asks, Gates delivers.
AP: Gates is revisiting the issue because closing the prison is an Obama priority.
Pentagon press secretary Geoff Morrell said Thursday that Gates requested the update so the Pentagon will be ready to deal with the issue, if asked, as soon as Obama takes office.
