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McCain, Rev. Hagee Call It Off

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The presumptive GOP nominee rejects the endorsement of the controversial Texas pastor, while Hagee announces he's withdrawing his support.

Move comes after audiotapes reveal Hagee says the Holocaust fulfilled God's will.

McCain: "I find these remarks and others deeply offensive and indefensible." Full statement here.

Hagee: "I am tired of these baseless attacks and fear that they have become a distraction in what should be a national debate about important issues." Full statement here.

McCain's statement also swipes at Obama, with reference to Rev. Wright: "Reverend Hagee was not and is not my pastor or spiritual advisor, and I did not attend his church for twenty years."

More, here

Plus: McCain rejects the endorsement of Pastor Rod Parsley, a controversial televangelist in Ohio, as well.

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