Topic: Amuf

Defense Secretary Ash Carter stated at the Pentagon that the U.S. is prepared to do more to accelerate the defeat of ISIS in Iraq, anticipating the need for "additional authorities." This is interpreted as a push for a new Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) to replace the 2001 version. Carter indicated that President Obama is ready to approve expanded capabilities as commanders identify opportunities.

President Obama called on Congress to pass a formal Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) against ISIS. Simultaneously, the administration extended a national emergency regarding Middle East terrorism that originated in 1995 under Executive Order 12947. The hosts express concern over the broad powers granted to the executive branch to target individuals globally.