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What happens if Trump's White House invokes executive privilege?

  • Written by Chris Edelson, Assistant Professor of Government, American University

Donald Trump’s presidency has been defined by a central theme: Trump’s belief that ordinary rules and laws do not apply to him.

Trump has made clear that he believes it is up to his personal discretion to order torture – even though torture is illegal under all circumstances. In ordering a military strike against Syria in April,...

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