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On the recordJanuary 27, 2015
The most important dimension of the Attorney General's function is to advise the President on the scope of his Executive powers and duties.
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Orrin Hatch
Republican · Utah

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Senator Hatch discusses the role of the Attorney General in advising presidential power limits.

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