Obama unveils $3.99 trillion budget
President Obama is unveiling a $3.99 trillion budget that is "Designed to bring middle class economics into the 21st Century," The White House announced Monday. The proposed budget "Invests in helping working families make their paychecks go further, preparing hardworking Americans to earn higher wages, and creating the infrastructure that allows businesses to thrive and create good, high-paying jobs," The White House said in a statement. Ref. USAToday
Obama: ISIL is going to lose
The request to authorize military force sent to Congress reflects the priorities of the mission against the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria, President Obama said Wednesday. "Make no mistake, this is a difficult mission," He said, adding that the long-term trend looks positive. He said the resolution is not the authorization for another ground war like Afghanistan and Iraq. Ref. USAToday