re: #35 Eclectic Cyborg

Ok so wait, does this mean the U.S. IS going to attack Syria no matter what or does the POTUS have no authority to launch such a strike without congressional approval?

I think it’s a political decision to provide cover for not acting and backing off on the “red line” rhetoric. If lack of action results in Assad stepping up attacks or continuing to use chemical weapons Obama can always say he tried but congress shot him down.