Question

Read this passage from the war powers resolution of 1973: "(c) the constitutional powers of the president as commander-in-chief to introduce united states armed forces into hostilities, or into situations where imminent involvement in hostilities is clearly indicated by the circumstances, are exercised only pursuant to (1) a declaration of war, (2) specific statutory authorization, or (3) a national emergency created by attack upon the united states, its territories or possessions, or its armed forces." what is the intent of this section of the document?

Answer 1

The intent of this section is to clearly outline when the president has the ability to send American troops to another country. Based on this section, the president can only deploy troops if:

A) Congress votes to go to war.
B) A law is passed that allows the president to send troops in.
C) There is a national emergency due to an attack, resulting in the US military to get involved immediately.

This ensures that the president does not abuse their power as commander-in-chief of the US military.