Throughout history the Middle East has been notorious for both instability and hostility. It is in the best interest of the United States to make an effort to bring peace to the Middle East. The Middle East is home to many allies, economic opportunities, and many U.S. troops. Due to all these reasons tension in the Middle East needs to be relieved immediately. The proposed policy is as follows: The United States will proceed with a cautious, but firm, approach that is centered on peace, education, and aid. America will continue to decrease troops in the Middle East and replace some with U.S. Special Forces teams which will not be used for combat but rather reconnaissance and will play other non-combative roles. The U.S. will act as a mediator
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The president is the Commander in Chief and therefore is granted all power in terms of what to do with the military. However it is recognized that Congress provides funding but this policy does not cost more than what America is currently spending on U.S. troops, in fact it will likely cost much less. Nonetheless, it is likely that Congress would still support this policy because it promotes a peaceful way of achieving a long sought after goal. It is also probable that Congress will support modifications to the drone policy. Congress supports drone usage in the Middle East and there are already extremely strict drone procedures in place. Therefore, since the incorporation of Special Operations soldiers will only benefit the already strict drone procedures, then Congress should show support. Congress is also very supportive of American allies and has provided substantial funding and aid in recent years. In terms of Israel and Palestine relations, Congress will likely support that as well. Congress has displayed a large amount of support for a compromise between Israel and Palestine and should therefore support peaceful American mediation. Overall, this policy demonstrates a plan that is nonviolent, inexpensive, and effective, therefore gaining Congress’ support is entirely
The president is the Commander in Chief and therefore is granted all power in terms of what to do with the military. However it is recognized that Congress provides funding but this policy does not cost more than what America is currently spending on U.S. troops, in fact it will likely cost much less. Nonetheless, it is likely that Congress would still support this policy because it promotes a peaceful way of achieving a long sought after goal. It is also probable that Congress will support modifications to the drone policy. Congress supports drone usage in the Middle East and there are already extremely strict drone procedures in place. Therefore, since the incorporation of Special Operations soldiers will only benefit the already strict drone procedures, then Congress should show support. Congress is also very supportive of American allies and has provided substantial funding and aid in recent years. In terms of Israel and Palestine relations, Congress will likely support that as well. Congress has displayed a large amount of support for a compromise between Israel and Palestine and should therefore support peaceful American mediation. Overall, this policy demonstrates a plan that is nonviolent, inexpensive, and effective, therefore gaining Congress’ support is entirely