Top of the Hour: Obama’s Case for War, Morning Headlines

The Takeaway

Speaking about America’s role in Libya Monday, President Obama said, “If we tried to overthrow Gadhafi by force, our coalition would splinter. We would likely have to put U.S. troops on the ground, or risk killing many civilians from the air.” What does this mean for the future of the U.S. in Libya?

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