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Aderholt Criticizes Obama's Decision To Prosecute 9/11 Terrorists In NYC

Statement

Date: Nov. 13, 2009
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: National Security Defense Legal Criminal Justice

Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) issued the following statement after today's announcement from the Obama Administration that the U.S. intends to prosecute Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the mastermind of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, and several other Guantanamo Bay detainees in New York City before a civilian federal court.

"It is troubling that the Administration has announced that five terrorists being held at Guantanamo Bay are being brought to U.S. soil. I share the concerns expressed by many Americans and some of my colleagues in Congress that this decision could unnecessarily endanger U.S. citizens, who will be a part of this process. There are many risks that should be considered with a trial of this magnitude, including the possible problems of classified information being released. Therefore, I join many of my colleagues in urging the President to reconsider this decision."


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