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This puts a hunter/killer force of the united states right on the front lines in iraq, possibly even going into syria, listen to how defense secretary ash carter described it to congress. >> these special operators will, over time, be able to conduct raids, free hostages, gather intelligence and capture isil leaders. this force will also be in a position to conduct unilateral operations in syria. >> reporter: but still, a lot of criticism coming from that congressional panel. republicans asking ...

That fight. the big idea, send about 200 forces to iraq. many of them will be special forces, some support forces, helicopters, others support gear. list hon how carter described what these units will do. >> these special operators will, over time, be able to conduct raids, free hostages, gather intelligence and capture isil leaders. this force will also be in a position to conduct unilateral operations in syria. >> reporter: think of this now as a so-called hunter/killer force. its the same ide...