Reply #12: The nature of Pvt Manning's confinement is governed by the UCMJ, which is different [View All]

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than the federal judicial system. Correspondingly, the interrogation process is handled differently than it would be under the civilian process. The objective is to debrief him and try to learn as much as possible about the what, the why and the who of this matter.

I don't think you realize how serious this is from the military's point of view. After all, one of their own members has betrayed them and quite possibly endangered some of their lives.

Nevertheless, I'm confident that this is being handled in a professional manner and although Pvt Manning may not be enjoying himself, he is in no danger of physical harm.