Quotes by Scott Silliman

“I think the court is going to have to take it. This is a vital case on the principle of an American citizen captured in the United States and what constitutional rights does he have.”

“To have the court step in and say we want to review the presidents decisions as hes acting as commander in chief, thats significant.”

“When you are dealing with these embedded media, you have to wonder how much the U.S. government must try to control them.”

“For the first time, they are challenging the executive in an area where the president had complete control.”

“I think its got its problems.”

“This was definitely a statement of protest. It is unusual because it signifies that at least one member of the court believes that the president has exceeded his legal authority.”

“There is a great deal of ambiguity and uncertainty in what they did, and I would not predict how the courts will decide this.”

“Somebody in the government has enough concern about this program that they are talking to reporters. I dont think that is something the Justice Department should try to prosecute.”

“Its like the government is playing games. The defense could raise these issues. The government is going to have to explain why they arent going after much stronger charges.”

“Youre going to be hard pressed to find somebody who hasnt heard the name Padilla and read somewhere that he was the supposed dirty bomber. Padilla is the governments worst nightmare as far as litigation.”