(CNN) Donald Trump is making an aggressive effort to stem the crisis of authority afflicting his presidency at a critical moment. It would also tarnish America's image in the world and could offer openings to adversaries if the White House is constantly distracted. If they are that senior administration official, they are violating an oath not to the President, but to the Constitution." Trump's calls for Attorney General Jeff Sessions to investigate the author of the Times article have renewed fears about the President's expansive view of executive power. Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse, meanwhile, warned that the incessant chaos at the White House was distracting from crucial problems.

Source: CNN September 10, 2018 05:01 UTC