Cases from the War on Terrorism
After the attacks of September 11, 2001, President Bush declared a “war on terrorism.” Part of this war on terrorism involved the passage of new laws, establishment of warning systems, and increased surveillance. The Supreme Court heard several cases involving the detention of persons alleged to be “enemy combatants.” These detentions forced many people to reflect on the detentions of Japanese Americans during World War II.
Rasul v. Bush and Al Odah v. United States (The Guantanamo Bay Detention Cases)
Directions:
- Read the synopsis of facts for the Guantanamo Bay Detention Cases.
- Complete the legal arguments for each side using the graphic organizer.
- Read the opinions in the Guantanamo Bay Detention Casesand discuss which arguments appeared to be most persuasive to the Court.
- Prepare to present the key facts, arguments, and the Court’s decision to the entire class.
Rumsfeld v. Padilla
Directions:
- Read the synopsis of facts for Rumsfeld v. Padilla.
- Complete the legal arguments for each side using the graphic organizer.
- Read the opinions in Rumsfeld v. Padilla and discuss which arguments appeared most persuasive to the Court.
- Prepare to present the key facts, arguments, and the Court’s decision to the entire class.
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