White House Counsel Donald McGhan known to shake things up

Feb. 14, 2017

We learn more about the man who may have been behind Flynn’s resignation -- White House Counsel Donald McGhan. He’s avoided the spotlight, but has had a big influence on Trump’s claims of executive privilege.

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In Donald McGahn, Donald Trump Gets a Combative White House Counsel

Credits

Guest:

Eric Lichtblau - New York Times - @EricLichtblau

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Anna Scott, Jolie Myers, Christian Bordal, Amy Ta, Michell Eloy

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