

Lawfare Daily: The Past, Present, and Future of War Powers with Brian Finucane and Matt Waxman
Sep 12, 2024
Brian Finucane, an expert on war powers, and Matt Waxman, a national security law scholar, delve into the complexities of U.S. military authority. They discuss the Biden administration's justifications for military actions in the Middle East without new congressional approval. The pair highlights the historical context of these actions, the ongoing tension between executive and legislative powers, and the urgent need for congressional reform to clarify war powers. Additionally, they explore the implications of this dynamic for future military engagements.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Navigating War Powers: Congress vs. Presidential Authority
02:32 • 26min
Congressional Constraints on Presidential Military Action
28:23 • 6min
Exploring War Powers: History, Current Frameworks, and Future Implications
34:10 • 3min
Analyzing War Powers: The Biden Administration's Strategic Calculations
37:20 • 6min
Navigating War Powers: Diplomacy vs. Military Engagement
43:06 • 2min
Congressional Oversight and War Powers Reform
45:21 • 19min
Reassessing Congressional Deliberation in War Powers
01:04:48 • 6min