Dems Wary Of Obama War Powers
Skeptical House liberals want to tighten language in President Obama’s proposal for war powers against the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS). While the Democrats are hailing the president’s decision to seek new congressional authority in the battle against the terrorist group, they are concerned that his resolution is vague and fear it could bog the country down in another lengthy ground war. The criticism centers on language in the proposed resolution, known as an authorization for use of military force (AUMF), that prohibits “enduring offensive ground combat operations”/ The Hill . More here.
Question: Should the US expand its military campaign against ISIS?
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