US Supreme Court Ruling on Guantanamo: Analysis

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In summary, the US Supreme Court made a ruling that the government cannot hold suspected terrorists in Guantanamo Bay without a fair judicial process. This decision has sparked a debate on legal and political issues. Some see it as a step towards fair treatment, while others believe it is a move in the right direction for the country.
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Gauntanamo AGAIN!

Hey!

http://www.news24.com/News24/World/News/0,,2-10-1462_1549724,00.html

...The US Supreme Court stirred up a hornet's nest of legal and political issues with its ruling on Monday that the government could not hold some 600 foreigners in a judicial black hole in Cuba as suspected terrorists...

'S been a while but I'm back posting again! Anyhows, have to ruffle some feathers, what u guys think of this one? I think it's a step in the right direction as its strictly laying down the law and what is right in an unbiased context. Geddit? Take a read for yourself!
 
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Introducing law into the USA is a step in the right direction, yes. If only the people running the country would take note.
 
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Yay! The Supreme Court finally does what it's supposed to do.
 

Related to US Supreme Court Ruling on Guantanamo: Analysis

1. What was the US Supreme Court's ruling on Guantanamo?

The US Supreme Court ruled in 2008 that detainees held at Guantanamo Bay have the right to challenge their detention in federal courts. This decision was made in the case Boumediene v. Bush, which determined that the detainees are entitled to the protection of the US Constitution.

2. How did the US Supreme Court come to this decision?

The US Supreme Court based their decision on the principle of habeas corpus, which is the right to challenge one's detention in court. The court determined that the detainees at Guantanamo Bay are protected by this right, as they are under the control of the US government.

3. What impact did this ruling have on the detainees at Guantanamo?

This ruling gave the detainees at Guantanamo Bay the right to challenge their detention in federal court, providing them with a legal avenue to contest their imprisonment. It also opened the door for potential release or transfer for those who were found to be wrongfully detained.

4. How did this ruling affect the US government's handling of detainees at Guantanamo?

The ruling placed limitations on the US government's ability to detain individuals at Guantanamo Bay without due process. It also required the government to provide a valid legal basis for the detention of each individual and to give them the opportunity to challenge their detention in court.

5. Has the US Supreme Court ruling on Guantanamo had any lasting impact?

Yes, the ruling continues to have an impact on the handling of detainees at Guantanamo Bay. It has led to legal challenges and further rulings on the treatment and rights of detainees, as well as efforts to close the detention facility. However, the facility remains open and the legal status of the detainees is still a controversial issue.

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