Julian Assange Scores Legal Victory in UK Court Battle

Assange Granted Right to Appeal Extradition

On Monday, May 20, 2024, the British High Court granted Julian Assange his first legal victory in four years. The court found that the WikiLeaks founder could appeal his extradition to the United States on the basis of potential denial of free expression rights and discrimination.

Exposing War Crimes

The legal battle stems from Assange's publication of classified documents from whistleblower Chelsea Manning. The US seeks his extradition on seventeen counts under the Espionage Act and one count of conspiring to violate the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act.

First Amendment Rights

The High Court granted Assange an appeal on potential discrimination as a foreign national or denial of free expression rights. Despite the victory, the road ahead remains challenging for Assange's defense.

Assange's Victory

Supporters of Assange celebrated outside the Royal Courts of Justice after news of the legal victory spread. Assange's defense will have another opportunity to fight his extradition, with the support of those who value press freedom.

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By: Chip Gibbons
Title: Julian Assange Scores Legal Victory in UK Court Battle
Sourced From: therealnews.com/assange-won-a-victory-but-the-fight-isnt-over
Published Date: Thu, 23 May 2024 18:28:50 +0000