Minnesota Guard takes on key Iraq role

National Guard commanders say a large deployment of Minnesota troops this spring marks a new phase for the guard and for Iraq.

More than 1,000 soldiers will head to Iraq to assist Iraqis as they take over their own security.

Major General Rick Nash joins Midday to talk about the deployment.

Guests

• Major General Richard Nash: Commander of the 34th Infantry "Red Bull" Division, headquartered in Rosemount, Minn.

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