Why was the War Powers Act passed in 1973?

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Lbarqueira · Answer 1 · 2017-10-26T09:22:43+0000

The War Powers Resolution was passed in 1973 by both Houses of Congress, overriding the veto of President Nixon. It was passed to reassert Congressional authority over the decision to send American troops to war.

Why was the War Powers Act passed in 1973?

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