Justice Department says Trump's outside advisers can be blocked from testifying
A new Justice Department memo says President Trump can extend executive privilege to private advisers outside of the government, a legal conclusion that expands the number of individuals who could be shielded from congressional probes as Democrats prepare investigations ahead of a possible midterm victory.
A Justice Department memo concluded that President Trump can extend executive privilege to private advisers. This legal finding expands the pool of individuals protected from congressional investigations. The memo comes as Democrats anticipate potential midterm election victories and prepare for future probes.
- A Justice Department memo states President Trump can extend executive privilege to private advisers.
- This conclusion expands the number of individuals shielded from congressional probes.
- The memo’s release precedes potential Democratic investigations following midterm elections.
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