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  1. Jun 18, 2024 · Iran-Contra Affair, 1980s U.S. political scandal in which the National Security Council became involved in secret weapons transactions with Iran, covert support of the Nicaraguan contras, and other activities that either were prohibited by the U.S. Congress or violated the stated government policy.

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  2. Jun 20, 2024 · CSPAN June 20, 2024 2:48pm-3:46pm EDT. In 1987, House & Senate select committees jointly examined the clandestine operation of selling missiles to Iran in exchange for the release of hostages in Lebanon, with proceeds going to Contra rebels in Nicaragua. Sponsor: C-SPAN | American History TV. TOPIC FREQUENCY.

  3. 3 days ago · Narratives from key figures, archived footage, and expert analysis provide a comprehensive view of the scandal. This documentary covers the initial denials, the eventual admissions, and the legal and political repercussions that followed. For more detailed information and deeper insights, visit Iran-Contra Affair on Wikipedia.

  4. 5 days ago · For those of you too young or too distracted to remember, the Ollie North-Iran Contra affair is worth reprising in light of the CIA terrorist interrogation tapes scandal.

  5. Jun 19, 2024 · Discover the complexities of the Iran-Contra Affair, a secret arms deal between the USA and Nicaragua from 1985-1987. Uncover the hidden truths and impacts.

  6. Annotation: A historical review is presented of public and private white collar criminal activity during the Reagan administration, such as the savings and loan and insider trading scandals, the Department of Housing and Urban Development scandal, and the Iran-Contra affair.

  7. 2 days ago · In response to the crisis, by this time known as the Iran-Contra Affair, Reagan fired both North and Poindexter and appointed a special commission, headed by former senator John Tower of Texas (the Tower Commission), to investigate the matter.