Question

select the correct answer. how was the war powers resolution intended to limit presidential authority? a. congress needed to be notified of troop deployments. b. presidential authority to declare war was abolished. c. congress had to approve of military appointments. d. the president could send troops as needed to areas of crisis.

Explanation:

The War Powers Resolution requires the president to notify Congress within 48 - hours of committing armed forces to military action and prohibits armed forces from remaining for more than 60 days, with a further 30 - day withdrawal period, without a congressional authorization for use of military force or a declaration of war. This notification requirement limits presidential authority by involving Congress in military deployments.

Answer:

A. Congress needed to be notified of troop deployments.