Abrams Resists Resignation Pressure Over Iran Contra Hearing
Assistant Secretary of State Elliott Abrams faced sharp Democratic calls to quit during Iran Contra hearings. He defended his record for George Shultz, saying he works for the secretary, while Rep Lee Hamilton and Sen. Daniel Inouye pressed him on misleading Congress and withholding critical facts about Central American policy.
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Abrams testifies as debates over Nicaraguan aid and North deepen
State Department official Abrams faces sharp questions on U.S. private Contra aid and Oliver North. Senators accuse him of betrayal while Abrams defends his role and asserts he will serve as assistant secretary for inter American affairs. White House and State Department back Abrams despite mounting skepticism.
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