(Forward) Congressional support is mounting for tougher action against Syria and Iran, as the White House insists that both countries are attempting to develop weapons of mass destruction. Congressional supporters of the Syria Accountability Act say the administration's decision not to openly oppose the bill should make it easier to pass the proposed legislation, which requires the president to impose sanctions on Syria if it does not stop supporting terrorism, occupying Lebanon, and developing weapons of mass destruction. Majorities in the House and Senate have already signed on as co-sponsors of the measure, but legislators have been waiting for a go-ahead from the White House before bringing the legislation up for a vote.
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