This is how a leader defends the United States against Islamic terrorism

M

MAGA MAN

Let's go Brandon!
http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/u-s-bombs-libya

On April 14, 1986, the United States launches air strikes against Libya in retaliation for the Libyan sponsorship of terrorism against American troops and citizens. The raid, which began shortly before 7 p.m. EST (2 a.m., April 15 in Libya), involved more than 100 U.S. Air Force and Navy aircraft, and was over within an hour. Five military targets and “terrorism centers” were hit, including the headquarters of Libyan leader Muammar al-Qaddafi.
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Our ally, France, didn't agree that we should attack:

The attacks were mounted by 14 A-6E navy attack jets based in the Mediterranean and 18 FB-111 bombers from bases in England. France refused to allow the F-111s to fly over French territory, which added 2,600 total nautical miles to the journey from England and back. "
"Even before the operation had ended, President Reagan went on national television to discuss the air strikes. “When our citizens are abused or attacked anywhere in the world,” he said, “we will respond in self-defense. Today we have done what we had to do. If necessary, we shall do it again.”
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We even bombed his house:

Qaddafi’s 15-month-old adopted daughter was killed in the attack on his residence, and two of his young sons were injured. Although he has never admitted it publicly, there is speculation that Qaddafi was also wounded in the bombing.
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The US attack was completely from the air; no "boots on the ground". Muammar learned his lesson and stopped causing us problems.
 
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