And the band plays on... Bush: Rumsfeld 'exactly what is needed' -

CNN.com - Bush: Rumsfeld 'exactly what is needed' - Apr 14, 2006:

"Apparently responding to their criticism, Bush's statement said, 'I have seen first-hand how Don relies upon our military commanders in the field and at the Pentagon to make decisions about how best to complete these missions.'"

Sounds strangely reminiscent of "Brownie, you're doing a heck of a job" to me.