Read a brief on the latest Public Forum topic and how unilateral executive deployments would create “forever wars” despite congressional checks and balances. In Lincoln-Douglas debate, see an analysis on the implications of the March/April non-intervention topic for the United States military.
It is evident that the U.S military’s both past and current forms of intervention in other nations is an important controversy. It is important to thoroughly research both sides on the topic to understand the intricate nuances of each scenario.
When it comes to war, the Constitution is very clear: only Congress has the power to declare war. Still, this “limitation” allows the President, as Commander-in-Chief, to direct the military to operate.