President Barack Obama over the weekend outlined his belief that military strikes on Syria were warranted, but said he would seek Congressional authorization before acting. Congress stands divided on the issue of intervention — with Democrats and Republicans on both sides of the issue.
As U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel revealed that American military forces have been moved into position for any military strikes, British Prime Minister David Cameron announced a recall of Parliament to vote on a government proposal to deal with Syria’s recent alleged chemical attack.
The Obama Administration continues to weigh its response to the Syrian conflict in the wake of last week’s chemical attack in the rebel-held, Damascus suburb of Moadamiyeh, which left hundreds dead and thousands wounded. On Monday, Secretary of State John Kerry briefly addressed the issue with the press. “President Obama has also been in close […]