Those close to the President say he can't admit to lying for legal, political and personal reasons.

The trouble was, too many people close to the President thought he ought to have more power than the Constitution gave him.

"Then there's a gorilla fight to get close to the President."

My husband has become especially close to the new President.

Just a few years ago, men close to the President conspired to violate laws passed by Congress.

The conselleiros and conselleiras form the actual cabinet of the government, close to the President.

They responded favorably to the now-familiar charges of unethical and illegal activities by those close to the President.

The novel then travels with several characters, some close to the President and some seeking escape from his regime.

What does such shameless indifference from someone so close to the President say about the overall attitude of the leadership?

"I hear that might've been discussed before a fellow named Pritchard, close to the President, put his foot down."