ÈÍÒÅËÐÎÑ > ¹71, 2013 > The 2011 Libya Operation: War Powers Redefined? James P. Terry
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The recent hostilities in Libya between government forces of the late Muammar Qadhafi and insurgents have once again raised issues concerning whether a U.S. President can insert combat forces for more than 60 days without securing congressional approval. For more than 35 years, the War Powers Resolution has required that all Presidents meet the criteria for compliance including prior consultation with Congress, fulfillment of reporting requirements, and securing congressional authorization within 60 days of the introduction of forces. Âåðíóòüñÿ íàçàä |