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Get the Facts: What's the process to declare war?
Since 1812, Congress has declared war 11 times, while presidents have used military force under commander-in-chief powers or congressional authorizations for military force.
- According to the U.S. Constitution, Congress — not the president — has the authority to declare war, requiring a majority vote in both chambers.
- President George W. Bush used commander-in-chief powers to deploy U.S. forces after Sept. 11, while Congress passed an Authorization for Use of Military Force.
- Since 1812, Congress has formally declared war 11 times, with the last declarations in 1942 during World War II.
- Recent public comments by President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth using the word "war" about Iran have prompted some lawmakers to question constitutional compliance.
- The Constitution assigns Congress the power to declare war, requiring majority votes, but the U.S. has fought major conflicts without formal declarations, with courts recognizing presidential authority in emergencies.
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