But since then , presidents have sent troops into countries including Korea , Vietnam , Grenada and Iraq . War Powers Act is ` ` ineffective '' and should be repealed , blue - ribbon panel says . Former secretaries of state James Baker and Warren Christopher led the study . They say the act was not influenced by any specific war . Panel proposes new law requires president to consult with Congress .
War Powers Act is ` ` ineffective '' and should be repealed , blue - ribbon panel says . Former secretaries of state James Baker and Warren Christopher led the study . They say the act was not influenced by any specific war . Panel proposes new law requires president to consult with Congress .