Question

What caused the declaration of war?

Answer 1

Although some historians believe the British impressments were the primary cause of the declaration of war, others believe the War Hawks were to blame. A group of Republican congressmen known as the War Hawks wanted to go to war with the United Kingdom.

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Answer 2

It's congress.

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The Constitution grants Congress the sole power to declare war.