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