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Can the Attorney General Appoint a Special Counsel?
We the People
The Legal Landscape of Special Counsel Appointments
This chapter explores the legal arguments surrounding the classification of special counsels, specifically focusing on Jack Smith's appointment. It discusses the implications of defining special counsels as principal or inferior officers and how this affects their independence and appointment authority. The conversation further delves into historical precedents and constitutional questions, particularly regarding prosecutions of former presidents and the potential impact on future legal practices.
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