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What controversy involved Eric Holder being held in contempt of Congress?

  • Watergate

  • Whitewater

  • Iran-Contra

  • Fast and Furious

Answer

Fast and Furious, a controversial gun-running operation, led to the holding of Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt of Congress for failing to comply with a subpoena related to the operation. The operation allowed firearms to be illegally sold to Mexican drug cartels, resulting in questions about Holder's knowledge and involvement in the matter.
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