Kay Hagan: “I think it's critically important that DOD continue to invest in S&T programs and the research and development…”

I am pleased that the strategy that the administration has developed for defeating ISIS does include the training and equipping the moderate Syrian opposition.

The United States cannot bear this fight alone, and a strong coalition, including the neighboring Arab states, is obviously critical to destroying ISIS.

Thank you for the question.

The Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security have launched an initiative to partner with local communities to counter extremist recruiting.