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What was Tenet accused of authorizing at the CIA?

  • Torture techniques

  • Illegal wiretapping

  • Political assassinations

  • Drug trafficking

Answer

Tenet, the former director of the CIA, faced allegations of authorizing the use of controversial torture techniques during his tenure. These accusations centered on the implementation of coercive methods, including waterboarding, in an attempt to extract information from individuals suspected of involvement in terrorist activities.
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