In performing any function under this chapter, the Counsel shall defend vigorously when placed in issue—
(1)
the constitutional privilege from arrest or from being questioned in any other place for any speech or debate under section 6 of article I of the Constitution of the United States;
(2)
the constitutional power of the Senate to be judge of the elections, returns, and qualifications of its own Members and to punish or expel a Member under section 5 of article I of the Constitution of the United States;
(3)
the constitutional power of the Senate to except from publication such parts of its journal as in its judgment may require secrecy;