Asylum and Its Discontents in the United States
For some time now, the threat of Islamic extremism has been an important factor in our country’s immigration and asylum policies. But two recent–and horrific–events overseas have reminded us about the gravity of that threat. First is the case of Man Haron Monis, an Iranian national who received asylum in Australia. Last month, Mr. Monis took hostages in … Read more
Michael “Dan” Mori is a former Marine Corp attorney who gained fame defending Guantanamo Bay detainee David Hicks, an Australian national captured by the Americans in Afghanistan. With Mr. Mori’s help, Mr. Hicks accepted a favorable Alfred plea (basically meaning that he did not admit guilt, but agreed that there was enough evidence to convict him). … Read more
The government of Australia recently entered into an agreement with Malaysia whereby the next 800 asylum seekers who arrive illegally by boat in Australia will be sent to Malaysia where their asylum cases will be processed. The deal still needs to have some kinks ironed out, but it seems that if an asylum case is … Read more