He also is the commander in chief of the armed services of the armed forces in a time of war. But even that is checked by the fact that Congress has the power to declare war in the first place, not the President. But here's the key, Heather. The real operative phrase in Article 2, which is all about the presidency, is his responsibility is to, quote, take care that the laws be faithfully executed. (15:43–15:48)
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Asserts that the power to declare war belongs to Congress, not the President.
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