By Nitya

Dec 18, 2006 7:53am

Gates Sworn In

ABC News’ Jessica Yellin Reports: Dr. Robert Gates was sworn in as Secretary of Defense at 7:03 this morning in a private ceremony in the office of the White House Chief of Staff Josh Bolten.

Bolten swore him in.  Those present were Gates, Bolten and the White House photographer.

Gates will also participate in a public event later today at the Pentagon.

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