Pentagon insists no decision reached on Bergdahl case, despite desertion charge claim

The Pentagon insisted Wednesday that no decision has been made in the case of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, even as a former military intelligence officer stood by his claim that the Army is charging him with desertion.

Bergdahl was released by Taliban-aligned militants last year in exchange for five Guantanamo prisoners.

Pentagon spokesman Rear Adm. John Kirby said Wednesday that Bergdahl's case is still being reviewed and no charges have been filed.

"We're responsible institutions, and we pride ourselves on good leadership, and good leadership in this case...