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John Yoo

John Yoo is an American lawyer and law professor known for his work in constitutional law and legal theory. He gained prominence in the early 2000s for authoring controversial legal opinions that justified enhanced interrogation techniques during the George W. Bush administration, particularly in the context of the War on Terror. Yoo argues for strong executive power in national security matters. His views have sparked significant debate regarding civil liberties and the limits of presidential authority, making him a prominent and polarizing figure in discussions about law, government, and human rights.