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This article discusses the controversy surrounding a secret legal opinion from the Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) related to a recent whistleblower complaint. The opinion, which was not initially disclosed to Congress, allowed the Trump administration to withhold the complaint from Congress. The article raises concerns about the lack of transparency and accountability in the OLC's decision-making process, as well as the potential implications for whistleblower protections. It argues that the secrecy surrounding the legal opinion undermines the checks and balances system and raises questions about the extent to which the executive branch can evade oversight. The article calls for greater transparency and scrutiny regarding the OLC's opinions and the handling of whistleblower complaints.