Pelosi Statement on Airstrikes on ISIS Targets in Syria

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement regarding the airstrikes on ISIS targets in Syria by U.S. forces and regional powers including Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates:

"I commend the President for his strong leadership in building the broad coalition that joined U.S. forces in airstrikes on ISIS targets in Syria last night.

"With the world uniting to confront the brutality of ISIS, we will disrupt, degrade and destroy this threat to global security and stability. There will be no safe haven for ISIS's finances, facilities or fighters.

"Congress appreciates the ongoing consultations and briefings from the Administration on our efforts against ISIS and other terrorist groups. Once again we are honored by the service of the brave military men and women who are carrying out these missions to keep us safe. Our thoughts and prayers are with them always."

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