Mack The Finger
Diamond Member
I now see Trump supporters shading the argument...
candycorn...attacking Iran was a act of war.
What is considered to be an act of war?
An Act of war is an action by one country against another with an intention to provoke a war or an action that occurs during a declared war or armed conflict between military forces of any origin.
I HOPE ME ADMITING THAT MAKES YOU FEEL CYBER HAPPY
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Can the president invade a country without Congress?
Yes, the President can initiate military action without prior congressional approval, especially for self-defense or small-scale operations, citing their role as Commander-in-Chief, but the Constitution grants Congress the sole power to declare war, leading to ongoing debate and laws like the War Powers Resolution requiring notification and potential withdrawal within 60 days if Congress doesn't authorize the use of force.
Presidents have historically launched military strikes without a formal declaration, but large-scale, prolonged conflicts without Congress's backing are seen as a constitutional overreach, requiring authorization like an Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF).
