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Mena, ArkansasCIA1998-01-01terms of reference

Modified Terms of Reference: Further Inquiry - Mena Activities

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This document outlines the modified terms of reference for an inquiry into activities associated with Mena, Arkansas between 1980 and 1990. It lists specific investigative questions regarding potential CIA information on narcotics trafficking, gun smuggling, or money laundering at Mena Airport. The inquiry also questions the extent of the CIA's contact with Adler Barriman 'Barry' Seal and whether the agency attempted to influence Department of Justice investigations.

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“What, if any, information does CIA have that indicates businesses based at, or operating through, the Mena Airport were engaged in money laundering, narcotics trafficking, or gun smuggling during the period 1980-1990; What”

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APPROVED FOR RELEASEUDATE: 23-Sep-2009 MODIFIED TERMS OF REFERENCE Further Inquiry - -Mena Activities What, if any, information does CIA have that indicates businesses based at, or operating through, the Mena Airport were engaged in money laundering, narcotics trafficking, or gun smuggling during the period 1980-1990; What was the extent of CIA's contact or relationship with Adler Barriman “Barry” Seal; Whether CIA tried to influence or requested that the Department of Justice terminate any investigations of money-laundering in or around Mena, Arkansas, in the period 1980-1990.