You know what? I think this is turning into a prime example of mistaken reporting, and bad FR headlines. "Report: Treason charges ruled out" is totally bogus.
Since I first replied on this thread, I've listened to replays of Pete Williams' report. He makes no definite proclamations, in fact all he basically said yesterday, is what Jim Angle reported this morning.
I wish I could be as charitable as you--I'm deeply suspicious that this is the press trying to shape the outcome of this case before charges are even brought. I don't think the Bush admin is unaware of these efforts--I noticed that they've been releasing more videos of the WTC attacks on 9/11, and more of the survivors are being interviewed. We should not forget what this traitor Walker supports when he stands up for the Taliban. The public needs to be reminded often.