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Lawfare Daily: David Noll on Civil Contempt Against a Defiant Executive

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Contempt and Compliance: The Judicial Struggle with Executive Defiance

This chapter examines the legal framework of civil contempt in relation to an uncooperative executive branch and challenges the notion of judicial power over the presidency. It highlights the consequences of executive defiance against court orders, the ethical dilemmas faced by government attorneys, and the implications for the rule of law. Through historical context and real-world examples, the discussion emphasizes the tension between maintaining judicial authority and the pressures exerted by political powers.

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