Published: September 5, 2013
Where Lawmakers Stand on Military Action in Syria
Congress is sharply divided on whether to give President Obama authorization to order a military strike against the Syrian government in retaliation for a suspected chemical weapons attack. Below is a tally of each member’s stance, based on statements made on Web sites or through the news media.
Beginning Sept. 11 this feature will be inactive while lawmakers explore an alternative resolution on Syria.
Support
In favor of a military strike.
Undecided
Still weighing how he or she will vote.
Unknown
Had no public statement that could be found.
Against
Reject or are leaning against a strike.
Senate
24
56
0
20
House
39
212
27
155
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