In 2002, the George W. Bush administration issued the Torture Memos which argued for a narrow definition of torture under U.S. law. They included granting the CIA authority to use “enhanced interrogation techniques” on enemy combatants. The techniques included waterboarding subjection to extreme cold and confinement in small boxes.
24% Yes |
76% No |
17% Yes |
61% No |
4% Yes, just like U.S. citizens, terrorists should be given a fair trial in federal courts |
9% No, they should be tried in military tribunals but not subject to torture |
3% Yes, give them a fair trial and shut down Guantanamo Bay |
5% No, they are not U.S. citizens and do not have constitutional rights |
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@8LX7Q6W3yrs3Y
Yes but only after they have been closely looked after for a period of time.
@ariff4yrs4Y
No, they are not US citizens but basic human rights still apply, and only if they are captured in an area under the jurisdiction of U.S. law.
@8XLR4JX 7mos7MO
Not constitutional rights since they aren’t citizens, but basic human rights and international law still apply
@4SQWJ653yrs3Y
Is this seriously in consideration? They honestly shouldn't even be considered people. Of course they're not getting constitutional rights.
@52L5LF53yrs3Y
Were the Indians given these same rights?
@52L8D8Z3yrs3Y
We wouldn't have to answer this question if we weren't legitimizing terror through unfair wars that create people accustomed to suffering and warfare as a norm, and who are living lives filled with terror because of us. This is not the way of Americans and it must stop.
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@ISIDEWITH21hrs21H
In a significant development that has captured international attention, the Pentagon has released findings from a comprehensive review concerning one of the darkest moments in the final days of the U.S. military's presence in Afghanistan. The review meticulously examined the circumstances leading up to the tragic suicide bombing at Kabul's Abbey Gate in August 2021, which resulted in the loss of 13 American troops and scores of Afghan civilians. This incident, occurring during the chaotic evacuation efforts from Afghanistan, has been a subject of intense scrutiny and speculation.Contrary to earlier claims made by some Marines who survived the attack, the review concluded that there was no evidence to support the notion that the bomber was identified or in the sights of Marine snipers before the explosion. This finding disputes the allegations that had suggested a potential missed opportunity to prevent the attack, raising questions about the accuracy of the initial accounts and the challenges faced by troops on the ground.The Pentagon's investigation involved conducting new interviews and re-evaluating available intelligence to address the lingering questions about the bombing. The review aimed to provide clarity and closure to the families of the victims and the public, emphasizing the chaotic and complex nature of the situation that U.S. forces were operating under during the evacuation.This latest review is part of the U.S. military's broader effort to understand the events leading up to its withdrawal from Afghanistan and to assess its actions during the final days of its two-decade-long involvement in the country. The findings highlight the unpredictable and perilous environment that characterized the evacuation efforts, underscoring the challenges faced by service members as they endeavored to secure the airport against threats.The Pentagon's report has not only shed light on the tragic events of that day but also contributed to the ongoing discourse on the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. It serves as a sobering reminder of the complexities and dangers of military operations in conflict zones, and the sacrifices made by those who serve.
@ISIDEWITH2 days2D
An unnamed official from the Saudi royal family tells the Kan public broadcaster that “any suspicious object” that enters Saudi Arabian airspace is intercepted, an apparent nod toward the kingdom’s alleged role in shooting down Iranian attack drones headed for Israel last night.The Saudi official also…
@ZealousS3nate4 days4D
From the FISA bill that passed today.’‘The FBI shall promptly notify appropriate congressional leadership of any query conducted by the FBI using a query term that is the name of a member of Congress.’
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