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Can the president unilaterally initiate the use of military force without a prior authorization from Congress? In his notes from the Constitutional Convention, James Madison stated that the Executive could only do so when it was necessary "to repel sudden attacks."The White House is now contending that President Obama can engage in an extended military campaign against ISIS in Iraq and Syria without prior congressional authorization. Who is right: The Obama White House or James Madison?The Constitutional Convention dealt with this issue on Aug. 17, 1787. Here are James Madison notes on the debate in the convention that day that resulted in the power being held by Congress....http://www.cnsnews.com/commentary/james-madison/james-madison-president-can-use-force-without-authorization-only-repel
Rubio made the point that having those chemical weapons constituted a thread to our troops in the region.
