Franklin Roosevelt used his power as commander-in-chief to _________.

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During World War II, Franklin Roosevelt used his power as commander-in-chief to control consumption and rationing in order to ensure that resources were being used efficiently for the war effort. He established the War Production Board and the Office of Price Administration to regulate prices and production. He did declare war on Germany, but that was done by a joint resolution of Congress. He did relieve General MacArthur of his command, but that was during the Korean War. He did not veto the congressional declaration of war against Japan, as he actually requested that Congress declare war after the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Franklin Roosevelt Used His Power as Commander-In-Chief to _________