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Former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld dead at 88

TAOS, N.M. (WGHP) -- Former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld has died at the age of 88, according to a statement from his family.

"It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Donald Rumsfeld, an American statesman and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. At 88, he was surrounded by family in his beloved Taos, New Mexico," the statement said.

"History may remember him for his extraordinary accomplishments over six decades of public service, but for those who knew him best and whose lives were forever changed as a result, we will remember his unwavering love for his wife Joyce, his family and friends, and the integrity he brought to a life dedicated to country."

Rumsfeld served as the 13th and 21st United States Secretary of Defense, from 1975-1977 and from 2001-2006.


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