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DDC Grants the Writ in Idris Habeas Case [UPDATED]

Wells Bennett
Friday, October 4, 2013, 8:12 PM
We understand that Judge Royce Lamberth did so this afternoon---apparently in light of the United States's decision, earlier this week, to withdraw its opposition to Idris's petition.  We don't yet have the order, or more details, but will post an update once we know more about the Sudanese detainee's situation. Update: Judge Lamberth's order is here.

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We understand that Judge Royce Lamberth did so this afternoon---apparently in light of the United States's decision, earlier this week, to withdraw its opposition to Idris's petition.  We don't yet have the order, or more details, but will post an update once we know more about the Sudanese detainee's situation. Update: Judge Lamberth's order is here.

Wells C. Bennett was Managing Editor of Lawfare and a Fellow in National Security Law at the Brookings Institution. Before coming to Brookings, he was an Associate at Arnold & Porter LLP.

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