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To: rbmillerjr
The constitution supposes, what the History of all Govts demonstrates, that the Ex. is the branch of power most interested in war, & most prone to it. It has accordingly with studied care, vested the question of war in the Legisl.

Apr 2, 1798, James Madison letter to Thomas Jefferson

5 posted on 03/07/2023 3:14:15 AM PST by Gunslingr3
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To: Gunslingr3

Yes, war is vested in Congress. However, the Executive Branch has wide latitude in taking action that is not considered “full war”.

Each President, nearly every one has filed objections to the Constitutionality of the War Powers Resolution. But, most simply veto the Bill.

Democrat Kane attempted the War Powers after Trump killed Iranian General Soleimani with a drone strike. Kane had no standing on War Powers so, drafted a separate resolution, which failed.


6 posted on 03/07/2023 3:29:20 AM PST by rbmillerjr (Reagan Conservative: Economic Freedom, Peace through Strength, American Values- De Oppresso Liber)
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