Plea Agreement in 9/11 Terror Attacks Case
The U.S. Defense Department reached a plea agreement with three of the five men charged in the 9/11 terror attacks, including alleged mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammad, who will plead guilty in exchange for life in prison instead of facing a death penalty trial.
Key Points
- Defendants will plead guilty to all charges, including murder of nearly 3,000 people on 9/11
- They will spend the rest of their lives in prison
- Defendants will have to answer questions from family members about their roles in the attacks
Pros
- Resolution to a case that has been ongoing for over two decades
- Avoidance of a costly and lengthy death penalty trial
- Closure for family members of 9/11 victims
Cons
- Some family members may be disappointed that defendants will not face the death penalty
- Limited public disclosure of details through a trial