The Obama administration finally brings charges against Ahmed Khattala and Allahpundit says we have CNN to thank for that:
If you’re wonder why charges have now been filed over Benghazi, it’s bc CNN embarrassed the WH into it http://t.co/ragZ4f4yQB
— Allahpundit (@allahpundit) August 6, 2013
Seriously, thank CNN for this. WH had to act to manage PR disaster http://t.co/LxW4RmV67T
— Allahpundit (@allahpundit) August 6, 2013
Here’s a portion of the article from CNN:
Federal agents and prosecutors investigating the attack on the U.S. diplomatic compound in Benghazi have filed charges against Ahmed Khattalah, leader of a Libyan militia that officials believe was involved in the assault, people briefed on the investigation said. The charges under seal are the first criminal counts to emerge from the probe.
The investigation of the attack last September 11 that killed Ambassador Christopher Stevens and three others continues, these people said, as investigators try to build their case against Khattalah and others who authorities believe were involved.
Attorney General Eric Holder had earlier this year promised congressional lawmakers the Justice Department would soon make public what actions it would take.
With the anniversary of the attack looming, the Justice Department has come under criticism for the lack of public progress in the case.
People close to the case say the investigation has moved significantly in recent months. The initial charges are filed in a complaint in New York, according to the people briefed on the matter.
The Justice Department and the FBI declined to comment on the charges. The agencies prohibit commenting on matters that are under seal. It couldn’t be learned when the U.S. plans to announce the charges and whether there are any plans to try to detain Khattalah.
None of the sources would discuss the precise charges against Khattalah in the sealed complaint.