The following article by Michelle Ye Hee Lee was posted on the Washington Post website July 10, 2017:
The special counsel overseeing the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 elections widened the scope of the probe — including whether President Trump obstructed justice when firing James B. Comey as FBI director. Now, with every new development, Trump’s critics are quick to call for his impeachment and label his actions as obstruction of justice.
Yet this is not a simple process, and many times, such reactions are exaggerated. It’s still early in the investigation, with no indication yet whether any findings could lead to potential charges. Continue reading “Fact Checker’s guide to obstruction of justice, executive privilege and impeachment”