I realize that it's the Obama administration, but this falls at the feet of Defense Secretary Gates, a Republican. He was named Defense Secretary to allow for a smooth transition between Presidents during war time and because he had done such a good job in Iraq (relative to his predecessor).
When it comes to, frankly, detail decisions like this one, I'm sure Obama was briefed, but deferred to the opinion of his seasoned and knowledgeable Secretary of Defense.
A question for you Azure: are you going to post something every single time Obama makes a decision?
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