U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has condemned chemical attacks by the Syrian government, but also raised concerns about President Donald Trump’s decision to retaliate against the regime without authorization from congress.

“The chemical attacks by the Assad regime in Syria are unconscionable atrocities and a direct violation of international law; these attacks demand a firm response from the U.S. and the world community.

“However, unilateral military action by the U.S. in a Middle East conflict causes grave concern, given the lack of any Authorization for Use of Military Force from Congress and the absence of any long-term plan or strategy to address any consequences from such unilateral action,” she said.

“Furthermore, there is no ‘military only’ solution to the suffering in Syria. The American people need answers from the Administration about their plan here and how they will bring coalition partners to the table for a long-term diplomatic solution.”

North Country Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) issued a statement earlier today saying she will be monitoring the Syrian situation closely following a U.S. military strike there.

According to various new sources US warships launched 59 Tomahawk cruise missiles at a Syrian airfield Thursday, This marks the first military action against government forces in Syria's civil war.