Billings Gazette - Tester, Daines say no more Syria bombings without Senate approval

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Billings Gazette: Tester, Daines say no more Syria bombings without Senate approval (04/07/2017)

Montana's congressional delegation is cautioning President Donald Trump not to proceed with any more Syrian bombings without Senate approval.

U.S. Sens Jon Tester and Steve Daines say they didn't oppose Thursday night's bombings, but think it's time Congress update the Authorization for Use of Military Force, which address military action in Afghanistan and Iraq, but not Syria.

Both Gianforte and Quist said a military plan is needed for addressing Syria.

"The Assad regime committed an atrocity when they brutally murdered innocent men, women, and children earlier this week," Gianforte said. "We have an obligation to protect and defend our national security and to stop the use of chemical weapons. President Trump acted within his authority as commander and chief, and I stand behind his decision, to take out the air base where these chemical attacks were launched. Trump sent a strong message to Assad and other dictators around the world that the horrific use of chemical weapons will not be tolerated."

"I look forward to President Trump and Congress working together on a long-term strategy to address this crisis in Syria," Gianforte continued. "As we work towards a solution, we must always ensure that America's interests are protected."

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