PSCI 1101 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: War Powers Resolution, Pocket Veto, Natural-Born-Citizen Clause
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Know the qualifications and powers listed in the constitution. White protestant men (exceptions were a catholic jfk and obama) Amendment 25: in case of the removal of the president from office or of his death or resignation, the vp shall become president. Amendment 22: two term limit (post fdr who had 4 terms) Amendment 20: the term of office ends for the president and vp on january 20th at noon. Calling soldiers, astronauts, and other americans in need of support. The president cannot declare war without approval from congress. During war the president makes the ultimate decisions. As commander in chief of the armed forces, many presidents have sent troops to battle without an official war declaration (ex. Nixon vetoed it but it was overridden by congress. President must consult congress in order to send troops. Congress can approve of use in 60 day increments. If they do not approve, the troops must return home.
