Ever since President Bush stood on the deck of an aircraft carrier and declared his mission accomplished in Iraq, Americans have been wondering when the troops might come home. But nearly six months later, security and stability in post-Saddam Iraq remain elusive. Attacks on coalition forces continue. The number of U.S. casualties is climbing, and public support for a continued U.S. presence on the ground in Iraq appears to be faltering.
Last week, after days of contentious debate, Congress approved the Administration’s request for $87 billion dollars. But even as Washington prepares to send more bucks to Baghdad, there seems to be no clear measure of what success there will look like, and no exit strategy in sight.
Guests:
Senator Joseph Biden, Democrat from Delaware
Senator Chuck Hagel, Republican from Nebraska.