The War Powers Act of 1973 was intended to reassert Congressional authority over military actions by requiring the president to consult with Congress before committing U.S. forces to armed conflict. It mandates that the president notify Congress within 48 hours of deploying troops and limits military engagement to 60 days without Congressional approval. This legislation aimed to curb the executive branch's unilateral power to initiate military action, thereby restoring a balance of power between the legislative and executive branches in matters of war.
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