Defense Secretary Revokes Plea Deal for 9/11 Plotters

John Kirby asserts President Biden had no role in the decision to cancel the agreements.

The plea deal for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two other 9/11 plotters was abruptly reversed by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.
John Kirby emphasized that the decision was made independently by Austin, without President Biden's involvement.
The initial plea deal, which removed the death penalty, faced significant backlash from Republicans and victims' families.
The White House reiterated that the President and his administration were not part of the plea negotiations.
The reversal has prompted demands for further clarity and accountability from the Department of Defense.