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Rejected as military judge declines Obama admin request to put off the arraignment of an accused USS Cole plotter. NYT: WASHINGTON — The Obama administration hit an unexpected rough patch on Thursday in its plan to give itself time to decide how to prosecute Guantánamo detainees. A military ...
He Won
julescrittenden.com — Obama, still a little cranky a day after getting testy with the press, demonstrates his across-the-aisle manner,... lecturing Repubs on electoral politics when they raise concerns about a giveaway of your money. Politico: "I won." It's a good line, ... (more) He Won
Who Ya Gonna Blame?
julescrittenden.com — George Bush! That didn't take long. Turns out it's his fault they can't close Guantanamo right away.... Obama admin officials complain about lack of comprehensive case files. Turns out shutting down the law enforcement operation formerly known as GWOT is ... (more) Who Ya Gonna Blame?
Judge Refuses to Delay a Case at Guantánamo
nytimes.com — The administration had hoped to give itself time to decide how to prosecute Guantánamo detainees. >... (more) Judge Refuses to Delay a Case at Guantánamo
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JUSTICE DELAYED: Jules Crittenden writes: “It’ll be interesting to see how people who previously…
Instapundit — ... JUSTICE DELAYED: Jules Crittenden writes: “It’ll be interesting to see how people who previously applauded dissent in the Pentagon, and military insubordination, refusal to follow orders, desertion, etc., respond as this case develops.” ...

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