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Can the Attorney General Appoint a Special Counsel?

We the People

CHAPTER

The Authority of Special Counsels: Constitutional Debates

This chapter explores the constitutional and statutory complexities surrounding the appointment of special counsels, particularly through Judge Cannon's ruling. It discusses the classification of counsel as principal or inferior officers, the implications of the Attorney General's appointment authority, and relevant historical precedents. The analysis also covers recent legal challenges and their potential impact on the special counsel's role in significant investigations.

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