Among other things, Boehner asked whether it is acceptable for Gadhafi to remain in power once the military campaign ends.

„If not, how will he be removed from power?“ Boehner asked. „Why would the U.S. commit American resources to enforcing a U.N. resolution that is inconsistent with our stated policy goals and national interests?“

Boehner also posed other questions for the president. Since the „stated U.S. policy goal is removing“ Gadhafi from power, „do you have an engagement strategy for the opposition forces? If the strife in Libya becomes a protracted conflict, what are your administration‘s objectives for engaging with opposition forces, and what standards must a new regime meet to be recognized by our government?“ his letter said.