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Friday, March 13, 2009

"Enemy Combatants" (or something)

The Administration, on Friday of course, announced that Gitmo detainees will no longer be called "enemy combatants," will tighten the standard some, and is not claiming any freestanding commander-in-chief power here. This is hazy and imperfect, but the law is filled with degree, so it still matters. Plus, it is a key moment honoring the rule of law. Is the AUMF obsolete at this point? Flawed? Worse? Fine -- ball in your court, Congress. And, court review!