Definition of War Powers Resolution

What is the definition of the term "War Powers Resolution"? What is meant by the term "War Powers Resolution"?

The "War Powers Resolution", also known as the War Powers Act of 1973, is a federal law intended to check the U.S. President's ability to commit the country to armed conflict without Congressional approval.

Passed in the aftermath of the Vietnam War and over President Nixon's veto, the resolution reflects Congress' effort to reassert its constitutional authority in matters of war and peace. Under the resolution, the President must notify Congress within 48 hours of deploying military forces and is prohibited from keeping those forces in action for more than 60 days (with a 30-day withdrawal window) without explicit authorization from Congress or a formal declaration of war.

The law has been a subject of ongoing debate, as many presidents have viewed it as an unconstitutional infringement on their executive powers. Despite this, the resolution remains on the books and serves as a framework - however contested - for the use of military force abroad.

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