On the recordSeptember 21, 2021
I would simply point out that this amendment permits these judges to broadcast the proceedings so that people can witness them. It doesn't mandate that this be done in every case. I think these judges ought to have the discretion to do so. This amendment makes it very clear that GAO has studied this issue and found that it is more than technologically feasible. I think it is important that the American people, particularly the victims of 9/11 who would like to witness these proceedings, be allowed to do so. The victims of 9/11 can't easily travel--many of them can't travel at all--to Guantanamo to review the proceedings. I think that the victims of that heinous terrorist attack should have the ability to face those and observe the proceedings against those who have been charged with those offenses. Madam Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.
