Executive Branch
Executive Privilege
Definition
The power claimed by the President to resist subpoenas and other demands from Congress or the courts for information and testimony.
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Common Questions
- What is a executive privilege?
- The power claimed by the President to resist subpoenas and other demands from Congress or the courts for information and testimony.
- What terms are related to executive privilege?
- Related terms include: Executive Order. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for executive privilege.