Cheney and the debate over leaks
Re “Cheney Disclosure Could Serve as Defense for Libby,” Feb. 16
When is a leak of classified information not an illegal leak? When the president and the vice president do the leaking by executive order. They simply declassify the information first. Is Congress going to let them get away with declaring that they are simply above the law?
LEROY MILLER
West Hills
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The vice president’s disclosure that he has the authority to release classified information presents a dangerous political scenario in an administration noted for its secrecy and penchant for classifying information. It would appear there is no safeguard to the vice president selectively declassifying material whenever it might promote his or the administration’s political agenda, or impeach opponents. This cannot be dismissed in light of the question that persists that the administration cherry-picked intelligence in the buildup to the Iraq war.
ROBERT SILVER
Los Angeles
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