Senator Richard J. Durbin expressed concern over the delays faced by 9/11 victims' families, stating that they have waited far too long for justice through military commissions.
The anguish of the families has been compounded by the lack of a unified stance on judicial actions, with some seeking finality through guilty pleas, while others insist on a trial.
Retired Brig. Gen. Susan K. Escallier authorized a settlement deal that allowed guilty pleas from Khalid Shaikh Mohammed and associates, which was later revoked by Defense Secretary Austin.
The military judge ruled that Austin's revocation of the settlement was too late, complicating the prosecution's efforts to move forward with plea proceedings.
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