What did the War Powers Resolution aim to limit?

The War Powers Resolution, enacted in 1973, was designed primarily to limit the ability of the President to engage U.S. military forces in combat without explicit congressional approval. This was in response to concerns that the executive branch had amassed too much power to unilaterally initiate military actions, particularly following conflicts in Vietnam and Korea.

The resolution requires the President to notify Congress within 48 hours of committing armed forces to military action and limits military engagement to 60 days without congressional authorization. This mechanism aims to ensure that both branches of government have a voice in decisions regarding military engagement, reaffirming the legislative branch's role in matters of war and peace.

Other options do not encapsulate the primary intent of the War Powers Resolution. While the resolution does indeed implicate the need for congressional consent for military actions, it does not specifically relate to adjusting military budgets or provisions for foreign aid.