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The declaration of war is the sole power and authority to Congress. That said, the American President retains broad authority to conduct military operations and maneuvers for a certain period before requiring Congressional consent via the War Powers Act of 1973.
The US Congress. The President can make recommendations, but the final decision is up to Congress.
Each state does not have the power to declare war. Only Congress can declare war.
One Constitutional power specifically delegated to the federal government is the power to declare war.
These powers are enumerated by Article 1, Section 8 of the United Constitution. It grants Congress the ability to declare war, and the coining and regulation money