A special counsel is an independent attorney appointed to investigate sensitive legal matters, typically involving potential misconduct by government officials. They operate outside standard Justice Department supervision to ensure impartiality. This mechanism benefits the public by upholding accountability, officials through fair process, and the legal system by preserving integrity in high-stakes cases requiring specialized, unbiased oversight.
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