Follow the constitution by obtaining congressional approval before using force against Syria.

The constitution clearly requires (Article 1 enumerated powers and Article 2 commander in chief clause) that the president get authorization of Congress before using military force, except in the case of insurrection or sudden attack. Since the conflict in Syria fits neither of these exceptions, the president must obtain permission before using the United States armed forces in action. Failure to do so would be a violation of the constitution and oath of office. The Founding Fathers enshrined the sharing of war powers in the constitution to ensure collective decisions in matters of the utmost national security interest.