DOJ Extends Presidential Privilege to Trump's Outside Advisers
TL;DR
A nonbinding DOJ Office of Legal Counsel memo says presidential communications privilege can cover private advisers who advise Trump on official matters, potentially shielding such conversations from congressional subpoenas; the guidance argues confidentiality supports quick, informed decision‑making and notes a history of presidents using outside advisers, while Democrats led by Chuck Schumer warn it could shield Trump ahead of accountability as Todd Blanche faces Senate confirmation.
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