Which legislation limited the powers of the president to commit troops to war?

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Rylee Glover

8 April, 13:18

Which legislation limited the powers of the president to commit troops to war?

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Camren · Answer 1

D. The War Powers Resolution

Morgan Church · Answer 2

Congress holds the power to declare war. As a result, the President cannot declare war without their approval. However, as the Commander in Chief of the armed forces, Presidents have sent troops to battle without an official war declaration (which happened in Vietnam and Korea).