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Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of
the United States of America in Congress assembled, That
the Congress approves and supports the determination of
the President, as Commander in Chief, to take all
necessary measures to repel any armed attack against the
forces of the United States and to prevent further
aggression.
... This resolution shall expire when the President shall
determine that the peace and security of the area is
reasonably assured by international conditions created by
action of the United Nations or otherwise, except that it
may be terminated earlier by concurrent resolution of the
Congress.
How did this resolution affect the balance of power between the executive
and legislative branches of government?
A. It overruled the Supreme Court's decision regarding the
unconstitutionality of opposing Communist forces overseas.
B. It gave President Johnson the power to draft men 18 years old or
older to serve the country in Vietnam.
OC. It was a Congressional declaration of war on Vietnam that
obligated President Johnson to send troops.
D. It gave President Johnson the power to use any force necessary
without asking further permission from Congress.