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1 Presidential powers and targeted assassinations
The power to kill Presidential powers and targeted assassinations

2 Al Awlaki U.S. born Moved to Yemen at 7 years old.
Received B.A. and M.A. at U.S. universities. Recruiter and advisor for Al Qaeda.

3 Due Process Guarantee that every citizen is provided a fair legal procedure when accused of a crime. 5th and 14th Amendments.

4 5th Amendment No person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law;

5 14th Nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law.

6 Examples of due process
To have charges filed against you. To have a speedy trial. To not be compelled to testify against yourself. To have a trial in which you have adequate legal counsel. Confront the witnesses and evidence against you. Have a jury of your peers.

7 Resolved THE PRESIDENT MUST BE ALLOWED TO ASSASSINATE CITIZENS THAT POSE A THREAT TO THE SECURITY OF THE U.S.


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