U.S. Office of Special Counsel

U.S. Office of Special Counsel may refer to:

  • United States Office of Special Counsel, an independent U.S. government agency that protects Civil Service employees from unfair personnel practices.
  • U.S. Department of Justice Office of Special Counsel, charged with investigating alleged misconduct in the Executive Branch.
  • White House Counsel, a staff appointee of the President of the United States.

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