KR Wash Bureau: Texans in Congress say Trump must consult them before further action in Syria

WASHINGTON

Texans from both political parties praised Donald Trump's decision to strike a Syrian airfield linked to recent chemical attacks but stressed that Congress must be consulted before the White House takes further military action.

The U.S. military launched 59 Tomahawk missiles on Thursday night in Trump's first major military attack since assuming the presidency. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, a Wichita Falls native, laid blame on Russia for allowing Syrian President Bashar Assad the latitude to conduct chemical attacks….

Democrats supportive

Members of both parties in North Texas expressed support for the strike, and the need to consult Congress.

"Despite my support for the goals of last night's airstrike, the crisis in Syria will not be resolved by one night of airstrikes," Rep. Marc Veasey, D-Fort Worth, said in a statement. "It is imperative that President Trump consults with Congress about the long-term strategy in Syria, the repercussions of last night's actions and any future planned military operations."