Comments on: Report Suggests U.S. Needs Hit Squads

By: Chris

Chris — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:49:06 +0000

I can see the need for such “Hit Squads” and I can see the concerns with just how much power they will be authorized and how it will be limited as well. My concern would be utilizing these forces on innocent civilians as well without any discretion. I believe their scope should be clearly defined, and all involved should be accountable for any of their actions. If we can keep political correctness out of the picture too it would probably be more effective.

By: Tom

Tom — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:58:02 +0000

Sure would save ALOT of American lives.

By: Bruce

Bruce — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:54:00 +0000

I understand the frustration of not being able to find a solution or an end to the terrorists actions. Starting a ‘hit squad’ or ‘kill the drug dealer squad’ or any other kill the bad guys squads is definatelly a bad idea. This is a downhill slope to a police state. Who makes the decision that says this ‘guy’ is a terrorist? Will it be someone who is upset about politics? Or his wife leaving with another man? And on and on. If I were in charge it would be great. I would never do the wrong thing, even if I were to have a mental break-down or get mad at my neighbor. Trust me.
“Report author and retired Lt. Col. George Crawford instead would like to see a permanent group with clear authority, training, doctrine and technology to go after these dangerous individuals. These “manhunting teams would be standing formations, trained to pursue their designated quarry relentlessly for as long as required to accomplish the mission,” he writes.”end quote. Doctrine according to who? Not good. Please read our Constition.

By: Construction Hero

Construction Hero — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:57:03 +0000

The Israeli’s have been doing this for a long time. Our leaders need to have the will to take care of this kind of business. In the past presidents have nixed asassinations due to fear of outrage on the parts of foreign governements like the Saudi’s. Bin Laden should have been taken care of long ago. We need a leader that is not afraid to order someone to pull the trigger.

By: Coyote

Coyote — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:30:17 +0000

I think it’s calle “Black Ops”, and it’s been around for a while.

By: Lucy

Lucy — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:02:11 +0000

Just think of all the money saved getting rid of due process and jury trials!

By: Navy Vet

Navy Vet — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:54:27 +0000

Sounds like someones been reading too much Clancy.

By: Richard Talerico

Richard Talerico — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:28:59 +0000

The fact that this is even being spoken about… Some things should not be spoken about. In general the American people don’t want to know how they are being made safe they just want to know that they are safe.

By: David

David — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:18:10 +0000

Considering the state of things, it may be necessary. The world is a much more dangerous place than it was 20 years ago and we can’t depend on foriegn governments to pull their weight. But like Arizona Vet said, no one from Obamas side is likely to step forward.

By: Todd

Todd — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:45:23 +0000

Absolutely!!

By: Arizona Vet

Arizona Vet — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:39:35 +0000

Good luck getting anybody to do this. Nobody in their right mind would volunteer to do this under the Obama administration.