1、CRS InsightsConsiderations for Possible Authorization for Use of Military Force Against the Islamic StateMatthew C. Weed, Analyst in Foreign Policy Legislation (mweedcrs.loc.gov, 7-4589)September 16, 2014 (IN10147)The armed offensive of the Islamic State (IS, also known as ISIL or ISIS) in northern
2、and western Iraqand northeastern Syria has raised significant concerns for the Middle Eastern governments and theUnited States. Since June, President Obama has ordered multiple deployments of U.S. troops to Iraq toprovide security to diplomatic personnel and facilities, advise Iraqi security forces,
3、 and conductintelligence gathering and reconnaissance. He has also ordered U.S. military airstrikes on IS forces inIraq as part of at least four military operations since August 7. In a September 10, 2014, speech, thePresident also laid out plans for expanded use of military force against the Islami
4、c State in Iraq andpossibly Syria. Concerned with a perceived piecemeal build-up of troops, the Presidents plans forexpanding uses of military force, the lack of opportunities for congressional consultation and oversight,and a possible expansion of the use of military force into Syria, several Membe
