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The man was apprehended in Pakistan and flown to Virginia to face terrorism charges. Prosecutors say the man admitted to helping plan the Abbey Gate bombing and other lethal attacks.
The defense secretary has repeatedly derided the military lawyers for war crime prosecutions and battlefield rules of engagement.
In exchange, the Biden administration released an Afghan man convicted on narcotics charges in 2008.
The Iraqi prisoner had sued the Biden administration, saying he would be at risk for abuse at a prison in his homeland.
The White House has discussed a possible swap with the Taliban for a prisoner at Guantánamo Bay, according to people familiar with the matter.
A court filing said the prisoner was at risk for abuse and might not be able to get adequate health care if transferred.