The Declare War Clause, Part 3: Authorizations for Use of Military Force and Debate over Initiating Military Action
Update: 2024-12-28
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This episode report examines the constitutional debate surrounding the power to initiate military action. We focus on the "Declare War Clause," analyzing differing interpretations of Congressional versus Presidential authority. We explores historical practices, including the shift from formal declarations of war to authorizations for the use of military force. We also highlights contrasting scholarly viewpoints and the executive and legislative branches' stances on this issue. Finally, we note the judicial branch's general avoidance of directly addressing these constitutional questions.
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