Justice Department attempts to stop Khalid Sheikh Mohammad from pleading guilty at Guantanamo

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The Justice Department has asked a federal appeals court to stop alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammad from pleading guilty at Guantanamo, despite previous rejections by U.S. military courts.

Key Points

  • Justice Department seeks to prevent 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammad from pleading guilty at Guantanamo
  • Two U.S. military courts have previously rejected Defense Secretary's attempt to block KSM's plea