9/11 Terrorist Requests Transfer to France, Citing Execution Fears if Trump Wins
Zacarias Moussaoui appeals to avoid potential death sentence, sparking strong opposition from US lawmakers.
- Moussaoui argues his collaboration with US authorities should warrant his transfer to France.
- He fears a re-elected Trump could order his execution via presidential executive order.
- A dozen US senators have urged the DOJ to deny Moussaoui's transfer request.
- Lawmakers insist Moussaoui should remain imprisoned in the US for his role in the 9/11 attacks.
- The Justice Department maintains Moussaoui will serve his life sentence in US custody.