The President's military authority refers to their power as Commander-in-Chief to make decisions regarding military actions and deployments. This includes ordering troops into battle, determining military strategy, and managing defense policy.
Related terms
Commander-in-Chief: The title given to the President as head of all branches of the U.S. military.
Executive Privilege: The concept that allows the President to withhold certain information from other branches of government or citizens for national security reasons.
Joint Chiefs of Staff: A group consisting of top military leaders who advise and assist the President on matters related to national security and defense.