The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution permitted conventional activity even when this enumerated power is not used.
John Frederick Maurice wrote an 1883 text pointing out how infrequently this action actually occurs. The October Resolution controversially obviated the need for this action. The clause which grants this power permits the issuance of letters of marque and reprisal. If this action is not done, a report must be filed to Congress and a 60 or 90-day timetable begins, according to a 1973 law vetoed by (*) Nixon. The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution permitted conventional activity even when this enumerated power is not used. Congress has used this power 11 times, none since 1942. For 10 points, name this power which formally establishes a military action.
John Frederick Maurice wrote an 1883 text pointing out how infrequently this action actually occurs.
declaring war [or a formal declaration of war; prompt on war; do not accept or prompt on things like “sending in troops”]