What Is a Special Counsel and What Can They Do?

There are now two special counsels looking into presidents — Jack Smith was appointed in November by the attorney general to oversee the two investigations into former President Trump. Here’s more about the powers of a special counsel and why they are used.

CHARLIE SAVAGE
Author: CHARLIE SAVAGE

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