WILSON: PRESIDENT NEEDS TO DEVOTE MORE ATTENTION TO ISIL

(Washington, DC) – Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after questioning Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel about the Administration's strategy and military campaign against the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in the Middle East.

"The complete and systematic defeat of ISIL is imperative for the United States' national security and the safety of our allies around the world," Chairman Wilson stated. "Achieving this outcome is growing increasingly difficult due to ISIL's changing tactics and the President's reluctance to listen to the advice of his experienced military advisors. After today's hearing, I am further convinced that the President needs to devote more resources and attention to effectively destroy ISIL. Additionally, I believe that a comprehensive plan, which considers all options presented from our military leaders, is critical to complete our mission, protect our national interests, and bring peace to Iraq and Syria."

Click here to view the video from today's hearing.