Iran probe McFarlane on her seat before Congress
Senate Intelligence Committee opened a two week probe with former national security adviser Robert McFarlane under oath in a closed hearing. McFarlane testified about a Tehran mission and the Iran Contra affair amid calls for a Watergate style oversight panel. Senator Durenberger said hearings could extend to December 15 and may involve Cabinet members.
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Reagan orders NSC to halt covert operations during Iran arms review
President Reagan directed his National Security Council staff to stop diplomatic, military, and intelligence operations while a review board probes the NSC role in the secret Iran arms sales and profits diverted to the Contras. He pledged full disclosure and openness to a special prosecutor if DOJ recommends it. He reiterated he knew nothing of the transfer until Ed Meese briefed him.
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