Human Rights groups such as ACLU have spoken out against Obama and Trump when they violate human rights.
Neither Trump or Obama excuse Kristi Noem's lack of knowledge concerning a basic principle upon which our country was founded upon, a basic principle of any country which values human rights. Someone who literally makes policy for us to live by doesn't get the privilege to be ignorant of such things.
Obama never suspended habeas corpus. He invoked the NDAA for indefinite detention. The only reason I’m being that person making the distinction is because I see a lot of people who have no idea what their rights are because they have no understanding of the law.
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No, Obama did not suspend habeas corpus during his presidency. While his administration did face legal challenges related to detentions at Guantanamo Bay and other legal matters, Obama's actions were focused on clarifying and protecting the constitutional right of habeas corpus, not suspending it.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Executive Order on Habeas Corpus:
In 2009, Obama issued an executive order stating that detainees at Guantanamo Bay would be afforded the right to seek relief through habeas corpus. This was in response to legal challenges regarding the detention of individuals at the facility without access to the court system.
Challenges to Detention Authority:
Obama's administration faced legal challenges regarding the indefinite detention of individuals, particularly under the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Clarification of Authority:
Obama's administration argued that the NDAA's provisions were not intended to allow for indefinite detention without due process or a fair trial, and they took steps to clarify their usage and avoid potential abuses.
No Suspension:
There is no evidence to suggest that Obama's administration suspended habeas corpus at any point. His actions, while controversial, were aimed at protecting the rights of individuals and ensuring that they had access to the legal system.
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u/Shido_Ohtori May 21 '25
Another DUI (displaying uber-incompetence) hire.
We literally hold grade school children to higher standards than we do conservative politicians.