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The last time Congress formally declared war was in 1942. Since then, presidents have conducted military operations under what types of authorization?

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Since 1942, presidents have used broad AUMFs (like those passed after 9/11 and for Iraq) and claimed inherent constitutional authority as Commander in Chief. This has effectively allowed presidents to...

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