Does a former President have the right of Executive Privilege?

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Executive Privilege is an inferred right of privacy accorded to a President during his term in office. The President is deemed to have the "privilege" of executing the office of the President without interference or undue scrutiny from any other branch of government. President Trump was in office until January 20th. The communications and other materials requested by Congress were ALL generated or created during Trump's presidency. Hence, to the extent that the privilege exists, it covers this time period and the materials in question.

Congress IS NOT a law enforcement arm of the Federal Government. That role basically is assigned to the Justice Department. Congress has no legitimate role in enforcing criminal laws. It is a political and legislative body, period. If they intend to impeach him YET AGAIN, the are welcome to try.

Not one person who has been arrested or detained in connection with the events of January 6th has even been charged with a crime even remotely associable with an attempt to overthrow the government or to overturn the election. They were justifiably pissed off and acted accordingly.

Everyone involved should emulate that Bannon fellow and tell the congressional committee to go fuck off. He will not be convicted of anything.

congress is not the law enforcement arm for regular citizens, but it is for "high crimes" of the 3 branches. Because if its not addressed, then it'll happen again.

Trump lost this with the appeals court

Appeals court rules against Trump in documents fight with House Jan. 6 committee

A D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals panel ruled Thursday the House panel investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol riot should get Trump administration documents.

www.usatoday.com

if Trump has no basis with the DC appeals, then also no basis with the supreme court.