U.S.Congresswoman Debbie Dingell releases statement on President Trump's address on Afghanistan.

By Editor & Publisher Jeff Brown.

In an August 21, 2017 press release U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell made the following statement on President Trump's address on the Afghanistan War.

“As we enter the 16th consecutive year with American troops still in harm’s way, our servicemembers and their families deserve clarity on the future of our mission. President Trump’s address did not outline clear metrics for achieving victory or measuring success. It is our collective obligation to support our servicemembers’ enduring sacrifice with a renewed and robust debate about the war here at home. The war in Afghanistan was authorized under President George Bush before many members of Congress even contemplated running for the offices they hold today. When Congress returns in September we must take up this important debate, including a serious discussion about how to reach bipartisan consensus on a new authorization for the use of military force. This is critical to providing our servicemembers and their families the certainty they deserve.”