This sad case sets a disturbing precedent for all Americans. It also demonstrates a frightening mis-allocation of our federal anti-terrorism resources. I can only imagine how hilarious and comforting this story must seem to all the real Jihadists who wish to destroy America.
It also shows that the Patriot act can be seriously abused and needs to have some significant refinements. At least there was a search warant and a federal judge has been involved from the beginning.
Still to hold a U.S. citizen and minor for more than 2 months without charges is ridiculous. Especially since we aren’t in a “War On Terror” any more, but simply carrying out “Overseas Contingency Operations”.