OLC Memo Expands Executive Privilege, Democrats Warn of Looming Accountability

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Democrats condemn a Justice Department memo from the Office of Legal Counsel that expands executive privilege to cover communications with private advisers, not just White House aides. Written in response to Trump’s counsel, the memo is seen by critics as an attempt to shield Trump from congressional subpoenas and signals looming investigations if Democrats regain control of Congress.
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