Parallel Justice System Could Become Obama Legacy

New Law Could Allow Military Commissions to Continue Indefinitely
By Daphne Eviatar

In signing the Defense Authorization Act, which, among other things, amends the laws governing military commissions, President Obama confirmed yesterday that he plans to keep the controversial military commissions alive. The effect is to deny at least some suspected terrorists — now called “unprivileged enemy belligerents” — the right to a trial in a civilian federal court. And though Obama has promised to use the commissions sparingly, the new law sets up a parallel justice system that could outlive the Obama administration and leave an indelible stamp on its legacy.

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