When You Come at the King by Elie Honig is a sharp, accessible legal history of how the U.S. Department of Justice has pursued presidents from Nixon to Trump. Blending courtroom insight with political history, it explains the role of special counsels, the tensions between law and power, and the challenges of holding the nation’s highest office accountable.
Ideal for readers drawn to legal drama, American politics, and real-world constitutional questions, this book offers a clear look at some of the most consequential investigations in modern history. It gives you context, analysis, and a compelling narrative about justice, responsibility, and the pressures faced when the president is under scrutiny.
