News Supreme Court Rules Bush's Military Tribunals Illegal

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The Supreme Court ruled 5-3 that President Bush exceeded his authority by ordering military trials for Guantanamo Bay detainees, deeming the proposed trials illegal under U.S. law and international Geneva conventions. In response, Bush indicated he would seek Congressional approval for military tribunals, raising concerns about circumventing established legal frameworks. Justices Breyer and Thomas expressed differing views, with Breyer emphasizing the need for Congressional authority and Thomas warning that the ruling undermines the president's ability to combat terrorism. The discussion highlights a growing polarization within the Supreme Court and critiques the legality and effectiveness of U.S. anti-terrorism strategies. The ruling underscores the tension between national security measures and adherence to the rule of law.
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War is a verb to be directed toward a Pro Noun not a Noun. Anybody who uses it in any other way is a "spin doctor" You can't end drugs, starvation or terror. As such the use of this as political weight to push through unlawful unethical actions is a monumental step back for our country. To the majority that uses such tactics...a special place in hell awaits them...to the minority that use it as a shield against critics of their inaction...

The WAR POWERS ACT was violated and honestly, who really wants to give control of the largest military power to a guy who feels no urge to be governed by laws that were written specificly for ONE person...HIM
 

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