Pentagon top lawyers oppose Bush's denial of evidence from terror suspects

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Military lawyers question Bush plan for trials

Terror detainees should have access to all evidence, lawmakers told



WASHINGTON - The Pentagon’s top uniformed lawyers took issue Thursday with a key part of a White House plan to prosecute terrorism detainees, telling Congress that limiting the suspects’ access to evidence could violate treaty obligations.

Their testimony to a House committee marked the latest time that military lawyers have publicly challenged Bush administration proposals to keep some evidence — such as classified information — from accused terrorists. In the past, some military officials have expressed concerns that if the U.S. adopts such standards, captured American troops might be treated the same way.

The lawyers’ testimony contrasted with the panel chairman’s assertion that the United States must take a harder line when prosecuting terrorists.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14717778/

[pooja]

1. Do you ever wonder what the hell is going on in the Pentagon?

One group says this, the other says that. I don't know what's going on half the time with their double speak.

[Benhurst]

2. Hmm. Looks like we're going to need another purging of the

ranks. Allegiance to the Constitution and the Rule of Law are so ... so pre-911.

[Jim__]

3. Finally! Some people showing courage and decency. - n/t