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What reagan-era scandal involved the illegal sale of weapons to terrorist sponsor nation?

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The Iran-Contra Affair

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The Iran-Contra Affair involved the sale of military weapons to Iran in exchange for help in the release of hostages being held by a terrorist group. The money was used to fund the war effort of the Contra group fighting in a civil war in Nicaragua.

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The Iran Contra affair
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