How did the Vietnam War lead to limited power for the U.S. president?

Question

A. The president was prevented from fighting in Cambodia
B. The president could not act alone without UN support
C. Congress passed the War Powers Resolution to limit unchecked military action
D. The U.S. had to refrain from other proxy wars

Answer 1

The correct answer is C. Congress passed the War Powers Resolution to limit unchecked military action.

The War Powers Resolution of 1973 was enacted in response to the Vietnam War, aiming to checks and balances on the President's ability to commit U.S. forces to armed conflict without Congressional approval.