Now more than ever, it is crucial we defeat ISIS and other terrorist groups that pose grave threats to our nation and our allies. 

In the aftermath of the gruesome murder of innocent Americans – and ISIS’s continued efforts to harm its enemies – the United States must show unwavering leadership.  Yet we have received nothing but mixed messages from the Obama Administration.

This week, national security committees in the House are conducting numerous hearings on the rise of ISIS. We are hearing from the leading experts on terrorism and the Middle East, and we will use this information to assess a viable path forward in defeating ISIS and those who threaten the American people. 

Tonight, the President will address the nation with his strategy to confront Islamic militants and protect the American people.  The time is now for strong and unwavering American leadership. We must not shirk from the growing threat posed by terrorist groups like ISIS, and we must defeat them before more harm is done.