
Iran-Contra wrote the Playbook for Presidential Lawlessness
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Unraveling the Iran-Contra Affair
This chapter examines the profound effects of the Iran-Contra affair on presidential authority and legislative oversight. It outlines the complex schemes that connected covert operations in Iran and Nicaragua, highlighting the disregard for congressional limitations by key officials. Additionally, the narrative emphasizes the scandal's long-lasting implications on executive power, public perception, and future political accountability.
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