Number: RL31526
Title: Informing Congress: The Role of the Executive in Times of War and Military Conflict, 1941-2001
Authors: Harold C. Relyea and L. Elaine Halchin, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: The information restrictions prescribed in President Bush's October 5 memorandum drew critical reaction from various quarters of the House of Representatives and Senate. Although the restrictive policy was quickly suspended by the President, questions have arisen concerning the role of the executive in times of war and military conflict in informing Congress regarding American involvement in such events. This report offers a brief review of executive-congressional relations in this regard for 1941-2001.
Pages: 50
Date: Updated August 2, 2002