Schwarzkopf endorses McCain

John McCain, who in ads and speeches argues that he has been right about this Iraq war, now has the support of the top commander in the first Persian Gulf War.

Retired Army General H. Norman Schwarzkopf endorsed McCain this morning, saying in a statement: "Senator John McCain has served our country with honor in war and in peace. He has demonstrated the type of courageous leadership our country sorely needs at this time. For that reason, he has my complete support."

Schwarzkopf, who was feted in parades and became a sought-after speaker after the Gulf War, is still a very popular figure in military circles. His backing should help McCain make even more inroads into the sizable military community in Florida, the next Republican nomination contest on Jan. 29.