Reagan was able to avoid direct blame for the Iran-Contra affair by taking a hands-off approach to the details of the operation. He delegated authority to key members of his administration, such as National Security Advisor John Poindexter and Colonel Oliver North, who were directly involved in the planning and execution of the affair. This allowed Reagan to maintain plausible deniability and distance himself from the illegal activities that occurred. Additionally, Reagan's strong communication skills and likable demeanor helped to deflect criticism, allowing him to shift focus away from his involvement in the scandal.
