Plea Deal Backlash: The Legacy of 9/11

This chapter explores the recent plea deal with Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the mastermind of the 9/11 attacks, and the outrage it has provoked among victims' families. It reflects on the emotional toll of perceived leniency towards terrorists and critiques the political motives behind the Biden administration's decisions on national security. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, the chapter captures the anger and sense of betrayal felt by those impacted by the attacks and the sacrifices of American soldiers.