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Irregular Warfare Podcast
Who’s Watching the Watchmen? Congressional Oversight of Irregular Warfare
Aug 25, 2023
Dr. Oo, an expert in irregular warfare and congressional oversight, discusses the complexities and gaps in oversight of irregular warfare. Topics include failures of congressional oversight, challenges with the War Powers Resolution, and the need for sunset requirements for military force authorizations. Explore the challenges of congressional oversight in irregular warfare, including program distinctions, lack of visibility, and defining hostilities.
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- There are challenges in congressional oversight of modern warfare due to blurred lines between Title X and Title 50 operations and limited communication between committees responsible for oversight.
- War powers reform is crucial to ensure proper oversight of military operations and the preservation of democratic principles.
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Challenges of Congressional Oversight in Modern Warfare
Congressional oversight of modern warfare presents significant challenges due to the complexities and blurred lines between Title X (Armed Services) and Title 50 (Intelligence) operations. Oversight structures are hindered by a lack of shared information and limited communication between various committees responsible for different aspects of oversight. The ambiguous language of the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF), passed after 9/11, has been stretched to cover counterterrorism operations far beyond its original intent. The executive branch's broad interpretation of the AUMF has led to ongoing military operations without clear congressional approval. The lack of sunset provisions and the absence of defined terms like 'hostilities' further complicate congressional oversight. Reforms, both legislative and internal to Congress, are necessary to ensure proper oversight and accountability in modern warfare.
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