Bush Era

Sampson: It’s a Date!

By Paul Kiel , TPM Muckraker Yesterday, the Senate Judiciary Committee extended an invitation for Alberto Gonzales’ former chief of staff Kyle Sampson to testify. If he didn’t want to come voluntarily, the committee said, […]

Bush Era

Padilla judge: Brig time doesn’t count

By CURT ANDERSON, Associated Press Writer A federal judge refused to dismiss terrorism support charges against Jose Padilla on Friday, rejecting defense claims that his 3 1/2 years in custody as an enemy combatant violated […]