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EX500rider

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19. War Powers Act:

Reply to WestMichRad (Reply #16)

Sat Feb 28, 2026, 11:52 AM

Feb 28

It mandates the president notify Congress within 48 hours of deploying troops and requires withdrawal within 60-90 days unless Congress declares war or authorizes force.

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