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On the recordFebruary 14, 2011
If you bring them back to the United States, Mr. Chairman, for civilian prosecutions, I believe that is criminalizing the war.
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

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Graham argues against bringing detainees to the U.S. for civilian trials, fearing it criminalizes war.

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