Tower Commission

The Tower Commission was a panel appointed in 1987 to investigate the Iran-Contra scandal, where secretly selling arms to Iran and using the proceeds to fund Contra rebels in Nicaragua was exposed. It aimed to review government actions, assess accountability, and recommend reforms to improve oversight and prevent similar misconduct. The commission's findings highlighted issues in presidential decision-making and the need for stronger safeguards within the government. Overall, it served to examine the events critically and promote transparency and responsibility in national security operations.