On the recordDecember 11, 2018
If the President insists on saying, 'I'm above the law,' then you know, he's inviting that impeachment inquiry.
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transcripts.cnn.comIf the President insists on saying, 'I'm above the law,' then you know, he's inviting that impeachment inquiry.
Katyal explains that the President's claim of being above the law could lead to impeachment proceedings.
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