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The Sunday Read: ‘The “Herald Square Bomber” Who Wasn’t’

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The Complexities of a Terrorism Trial and Sentencing

This chapter explores the aftermath of a controversial trial where a Muslim defendant is convicted of terrorism amid concerns over the government's evidence. It details the defense lawyer's struggles with federal oversight, psychological evaluations of the defendant, and the harsh minimum sentence imposed in the context of post-9/11 legal challenges.

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