The State Secrets Privilege: National Security Information in Civil Litigation

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The State Secrets Privilege: National Security Information in Civil Litigation

Published Apr 28, 2022Updated Jun 20, 2025

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HR 2810115th Congress
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018
Dec 12, 2017 · Signed by President.

The State Secrets Privilege: National Security Information in Civil Litigation

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