Rep. Darrell Issa said Thursday he will introduce a congressional resolution requiring President Obama to present a strategic plan to defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and Levant, or ISIL.
“This president has clearly stated that he does not have a plan to deal with the growing terrorist threat from ISIL. We cannot sit idly by as ISIL continues to target and brutally murder Americans while threatening U.S. interests and those of our allies,” Issa said.
“My resolution requires the president to promptly communicate a clear and concise plan to combat ISIL.”
Issa said his resolution would give the president a 120-day authorization to use force against ISIL in order to protect American interests and prevent the group’s further expansion. Under the War Powers Act of 1973, the president only has the authorization to use military force against ISIL for 60 days, which will expire on Oct. 7,
“It’s time, Mr. President, to choose action over inaction, to execute a plan over rhetoric, and to protect American interests. The defeat of ISIL must be a top priority,” Issa said.
The U.S. began targeted airstrikes against ISIL in Iraq on Aug. 7, with U.S. Central Command reporting a total of 123 airstrikes to date.
