Hicks refused to answer questions about her time in the WH, and limited answers when asked about time with the transition, citing she had been instructed to do so - ostensibly protection of executive privilege, but avoids the sideshow that occurs when referring directly to privilege.
Is a total non-issue, because the basic allegation is collusion BEFORE the election.
- The Daily 202: Hope Hicks's evasiveness highlights how far Trump is pushing the envelope on executive privilege
- Hope Hicks admits to 'white lies' in nine-hour grilling
- In Russia probe, Hope Hicks refuses to answer questions about Trump administration (WaPo)