Politics & Government

NH Delegation Reacts to Obama's Syria Decision

'It's important that the President continues to make his case to the American people.'

Compiled by Regional Editor Marc Fortier

New Hampshire's Congressional delegation was quick to react after President Obama announced his decision Saturday to seek Congressional authorization for the use of force in Syria.

Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) issued the following statement:

"I continue to believe that the Assad regime must be held accountable by the international community for the use of chemical weapons. Authorizing the use of military force, however, is not a decision I take lightly. In the coming days I will consider the upcoming vote carefully before doing what I believe is best for our national security interests."

Sen. Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) had this to say:

"I am glad the president has decided to seek congressional support for military action in Syria. Our nation is stronger when the president has bipartisan congressional support for actions he takes as Commander in Chief. In the coming days, it's important that the president continues to make his case to the American people as to how it is in our national security interests to take military action in Syria. Prior to the vote in Congress, I look forward to receiving a detailed briefing about the president's military plan, objectives, and how we will achieve them."

Rep. Annie Kuster (D-NH) issued brief remarks:

“I am pleased Congress will play a role in this critically important process. I will consider the evidence and consequences of American intervention carefully in the coming days.”

And Rep. Carol Shea-Porter had this to say:

“The President is right to come to Congress and seek a vote over military action in Syria. He owes it to the American people, and Members of Congress owe it to their constituents, to debate this issue. Congress should return to Washington immediately to consider this matter.”


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