In an exclusive interview, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Russian President Putin’s more aggressive stance on the use of nuclear weapons was “dangerous behavior.” Austin also addressed comments by his potential successor, Pete Hegseth, that women should not serve in combat roles. NBC News’ Courtney Kube reports.
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