U.S. Rep. Frank LoBiondo (NJ-02), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, joined a bipartisan letter calling for President Barack Obama to consult with Congress and the American people regarding intervention in Syria. The letter also asks the President to seek Congressional authorization before any military action is taken. The bipartisan effort is being led by Representative Scott Rigell (VA-02) and has the support of 111 members of the House of Representatives.