Hagel: If Confirmed, I Intend To Learn About The Defense Department TOPICS:Chuck HagelDepartment of DefenseHagelIf Confirmed I Intend To Learn About The Defense Departmentobama appointeeSecretary of DefenseSenate Armed Forces Committeesenate confirmation hearing Posted By: BMartin1776 January 31, 2013 God help us, because you know Hagel will be confirmed.