I thank my friend. So I take his answer to say also--correct me if I am wrong--that the existing statute, including the MCA--which is the subject of the lawsuits we have been describing that are pending--the existing statute does not alter the right of American citizens who are alleged to be enemy combatants to use habeas corpus rights?
Discussing the implications of the Military Commissions Act on habeas corpus rights for American citizens.
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