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Accused 911 Mastermind Gets Deal to Avoid Death Penalty

Aug 2, 2024
Matthew Waxman, a Columbia Law School professor, discusses the controversial plea deal for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged 9/11 mastermind, revealing the emotional turmoil faced by victims' families. John Bergmayer, Legal Director at Public Knowledge, examines a recent Fifth Circuit ruling limiting federal agency power, emphasizing its implications for communications regulation and the Universal Service Program. Together, they navigate the pressing issues of justice and administrative law in a rapidly evolving landscape.
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  • Khalid Sheikh Mohammed's plea deal to avoid the death penalty raises significant concerns about justice for 9/11 victims' families.
  • The Fifth Circuit's ruling against the FCC's Universal Service Fund underscores ongoing challenges in federal regulatory authority and administrative law.

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