The doctrine of executive privilege is the principle that
a. the president has sole power to make appointments.
b. the president may legitimately refuse some requests for information.
c. the president has sole power to authorize treaties.
d. Congress has no oversight of the executive branch.
e. Congress may not override a lawful veto.
ANS: B
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