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War Powers
Ex parte Milligan
It is unconstitutional to try civilians by military tribunal.
Interpretation: Commander in Chief Clause
Commander in chief powers flow from civilian leadership of the military to broad powers to oversee campaigns.
Youngstown Steel: The Supreme Court stands up to the President
The President's war powers didn't grant him authority to control the steel companies during a time of war.
Youngstown Case Opinion
President Truman did not have the authority to seize the nation's steel mills to protect war time production efforts.
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