I believe that the decision to use military force, especially in situations not involving an immediate threat to national security, should involve thorough deliberation and oversight by Congress. While the President plays a crucial role in leading the military, the Constitution's framers intended for Congress to have the authority to declare war as a check on executive power and to ensure broader democratic representation in decisions of such magnitude. Therefore, I lean towards the position that the President should not unilaterally authorize military force against Al-Qaeda without Congressional approval.
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