The new evidence contradicted Bush's claims that he was " out of the loop " of those who approved the Iran - contra operation and that, when he did discover the arms deal, he was unaware of its quid pro quo element in regard to the hostages.
The new evidence contradicted Bush's claims that he was " not informed " of those who approved the Iran - contra operation and that, when he did discover the arms deal, he was unaware of its quid pro quo element in regard to the hostages.