The Long Shadow of Torture: A Case Study in Delayed Justice The recent ruling by Judge Michael Schrama throwing out Khalid Sheikh Mohammed's confession due to concerns over its voluntariness has shed light on a long standing problem: the use of torture as an interrogation technique.
This case is often associated with the War on Terror, but it serves as a stark reminder that the consequences of such actions can linger for decades.
The 9/11 Commission's findings on Mohammed's involvement in the attacks were clear. However, proving his guilt beyond a reasonable doubt has proven elusive.