Military Court Upholds Plea Deals for 9/11 Defendants
A military court reinstated plea deals for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants, rejecting Defense Secretary Austin's attempt to nullify them.
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A U.S. military appeals court has reinstated plea agreements for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants in the 9/11 attacks, emphasizing that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin lacked authority to annul the pre-negotiated deals, which allow them to plead guilty to lesser charges and avoid the death penalty. The court's ruling highlights issues of precedent and the role of appointed military authorities, affirming the legality of the agreements amid ongoing challenges over evidence and treatment during detention.
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