exonerate –v. to prove that someone is not guilty of something
obstruction –n. the act of blocking something
collusion –n. a secret cooperation for an illegal or dishonest purpose
accede –v. to agree to a demand
redact –v. to edit or prepare writing so it is ready for the public
legitimacy –n. permitted or acceptable under the law
occasion –n. a special event, time or instance
authority –n. the power to give orders or make decisions
integrity –n. the quality of being honest and fair