The document, seen by Reuters, states that Assange would be able to rely on First Amendment protections and says ‘a sentence of death will neither be sought nor imposed’
Activists marking five years since the arrest of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange demonstrate outside Belmarsh Prison in London on April 14.The United States has provided assurances requested by the High Court in London which could finally pave the way for WikiLeaks’ founder Julian Assange to be extradited from Britain.
The document, seen by Reuters, stated that Assange would be able to rely on First Amendment protections and says “a sentence of death will neither be sought nor imposed”. Assange’s wife Stella, whom he married while in prison in London, said the guarantees did not satisfy their concerns, describing them as “blatant weasel words”.
It was not clear what influence, if any, Biden could exert on a criminal case, but the Wall Street Journal has also reported that discussions are underway about a potential plea bargaining deal.
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