Interpretation of the Geneva Conventions Common Article 3 as Applied to a Program of Detention and Interrogation
This executive order has been revoked
EO 13491 (Obama)
Summary
Authorized the CIA's enhanced interrogation program under conditions specified by the order, interpreting Common Article 3 of the Geneva Conventions. Revoked by President Obama who banned enhanced interrogation.
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