[oceanview]

well, we agree on that at least. you are making the point as to why its impossible to provide Padilla a trial, we all know these witnesses cannot appear or even be deposed by the shrill brooklyn lawyer that Padilla has. so what is the government supposed to do with Padilla? those arguing in favor of this decision, are essentially saying he should be released, which is likely also the real motive of the 5th column judges who made this ruling.

[antiRepublicrat]

you are making the point as to why its impossible to provide Padilla a trial, we all know these witnesses cannot appear or even be deposed by the shrill brooklyn lawyer that Padilla has. so what is the government supposed to do with Padilla?

Judges can close portions of trials to the public, and require that defense attorneys have a clearance. The government managed in espionage cases, they can manage in this one too. The whole national security line is a lever by Ashcroft to be able to play Werner Best of the Gestappo (thanks again for the link aristeides, I've done some research since then).