Bush says Rumsfeld has 'my full support'

WASHINGTON, Apr 14 (Reuters) President George W Bush today said Donald Rumsfeld has ''my full support,'' after a number of retired generals criticized the defense secretary's handling of the Iraq war.

''Secretary Rumsfeld's energetic and steady leadership is exactly what is needed at this critical period. He has my full support and deepest appreciation,'' Bush said in a statement.

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