Iran-Contra Investigation Day 34

Secretary of State George Shultz answered questions concerning his knowledge of the Iran arms sales. Secretary Shultz and Secretary of Defen… read more

Secretary of State George Shultz answered questions concerning his knowledge of the Iran arms sales. Secretary Shultz and Secretary of Defense Casper Weinberger were criticized by the Tower Commission for “distancing themselves” from the Iran initiative. Secretary Shultz stated that both he and Secretary Weinberger strongly opposed the Iran initiative in a December 7, 1985 White House meeting. Secretary Shultz also, on Representative Inouye’s invitation, commented on the need to keep intelligence and policy separate and for accountability in executive branch decision making. close

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Iran-Contra Investigation Day 34

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Program ID:
9641-1
Category:
Joint Committee
Format:
Joint Committee
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Jul 23, 1987 | 8:00pm EDT | C-SPAN 1

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  • Jul 23, 1987 | 8:00pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
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