Army begins questioning Bergdahl about capture

[Theowl32]

HOUSTON — The US Army has begun questioning Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl about his disappearance in Afghanistan that led to five years in captivity by the Taliban, his attorney and an Army spokeswoman said Wednesday.

Bergdahl was questioned at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, where he has been staying since returning to the US, said his attorney, Eugene R. Fidell.
“Sgt. Bergdahl answered all questions put to him. The interview is proceeding. It has been a productive expenditure of time,” Fidell said in a telephone interview during a break in the questioning. Fidell declined to comment on what specific questions Bergdahl was asked.

Lt. Col. Alayne Conway, an Army spokeswoman, said Bergdahl was advised of his rights under Article 31 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Article 31 pertains to individuals being informed of the nature of the accusation against them and says that they do not have to make any statement to investigators.

“This in an ongoing investigation; the investigating officer has 60 days from his appointment to conclude his investigation; however, he can request additional time if he feels it is necessary,” Conway said in an emailed statement. She did not respond to an inquiry about what type of questions investigators asked.

Maj. Gen. Kenneth R. Dahl, who is heading the probe into the 28-year-old’s disappearance, questioned Bergdahl on Wednesday, Fidell said.

A well-known lawyer and military justice expert who is currently a visiting lecturer at Yale Law School, Fidell described the setting of Bergdahl’s interview as “a comfortable environment,” a room with a sofa and a couple of chairs. He said there were four people in the room, the interview was being recorded and that they were taking breaks throughout the day.

This photo of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, smiling and posing with a former senior Taliban official in Afghanistan, was posted on Twitter.


Earlier this month, the Army announced Bergdahl had been given a desk job, ending the formal phase of his transition from Taliban prisoner to not-quite-ordinary soldier.
Bergdahl has not commented publicly on the circumstances of his disappearance, and the Army has made no charges against him.


It is unknown if Bergdahl’s family has seen him since his return to the United States. Army officials have said because of a request by Bergdahl’s family for privacy, they cannot comment on that matter.


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Good thing they are getting around to questioning him. Uhhhh, what is with him smiling like that with the taliban scumbag?

Why did his father consecrate the white house in the name of islam with one of their pathetic prayers?

Good thing he served "honorably" like Susan Rice said. Cause we all know whatever Susan Rice is the gospel truth don't we?

The obama administration. The greatest disaster to ever hit America.

 

[Peach]

HOUSTON — The US Army has begun questioning Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl about his disappearance in Afghanistan that led to five years in captivity by the Taliban, his attorney and an Army spokeswoman said Wednesday.

Bergdahl was questioned at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, where he has been staying since returning to the US, said his attorney, Eugene R. Fidell.
“Sgt. Bergdahl answered all questions put to him. The interview is proceeding. It has been a productive expenditure of time,” Fidell said in a telephone interview during a break in the questioning. Fidell declined to comment on what specific questions Bergdahl was asked.

Lt. Col. Alayne Conway, an Army spokeswoman, said Bergdahl was advised of his rights under Article 31 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Article 31 pertains to individuals being informed of the nature of the accusation against them and says that they do not have to make any statement to investigators.

“This in an ongoing investigation; the investigating officer has 60 days from his appointment to conclude his investigation; however, he can request additional time if he feels it is necessary,” Conway said in an emailed statement. She did not respond to an inquiry about what type of questions investigators asked.

Maj. Gen. Kenneth R. Dahl, who is heading the probe into the 28-year-old’s disappearance, questioned Bergdahl on Wednesday, Fidell said.

A well-known lawyer and military justice expert who is currently a visiting lecturer at Yale Law School, Fidell described the setting of Bergdahl’s interview as “a comfortable environment,” a room with a sofa and a couple of chairs. He said there were four people in the room, the interview was being recorded and that they were taking breaks throughout the day.

This photo of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, smiling and posing with a former senior Taliban official in Afghanistan, was posted on Twitter.


Earlier this month, the Army announced Bergdahl had been given a desk job, ending the formal phase of his transition from Taliban prisoner to not-quite-ordinary soldier.
Bergdahl has not commented publicly on the circumstances of his disappearance, and the Army has made no charges against him.


It is unknown if Bergdahl’s family has seen him since his return to the United States. Army officials have said because of a request by Bergdahl’s family for privacy, they cannot comment on that matter.


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Good thing they are getting around to questioning him. Uhhhh, what is with him smiling like that with the taliban scumbag?

Why did his father consecrate the white house in the name of islam with one of their pathetic prayers?

Good thing he served "honorably" like Susan Rice said. Cause we all know whatever Susan Rice is the gospel truth don't we?

The obama administration. The greatest disaster to ever hit America.

It is obvious they were starving him.

 

[waltky]

Army wrapping up Bergdahl inquiry...

Army’s Bowe Bergdahl investigation is now in its final stage
August 17, 2014 - The Army’s investigation into the 2009 disappearance of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl has entered the final stage, Army officials said, but they cautioned that it will take at least three more weeks for a final draft to be completed and even longer for it to be presented to top Army leaders.

The investigating officer, Army Maj. Gen. Kenneth Dahl, questioned Bergdahl last week over two days, said his civilian lawyer, Eugene R. Fidell. Dahl is working to establish what happened to the soldier who went missing from his patrol base in Afghanistan’s Paktika province on June 30, 2009, and was imprisoned by militants for five years, some of that time in a locked cage. He was recovered by the United States on May 31 in a controversial exchange for five Taliban detainees held at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Dahl is in the process of completing his draft report, but “it is possible that he will have to follow up on outstanding issues,” said Wayne Hall, an Army spokesman. The general’s report will undergo a separate legal review before it is presented to top Army officials, and it isn’t clear how long that could take.

The results of the investigation could significantly affect Bergdahl’s future. At stake: An Army determination of whether it should bring criminal charges against him for deserting his post or going absent without leave, both of which are illegal under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Some fellow soldiers in his platoon have insisted that is the case, but Bergdahl’s mental status at the time is also likely to be examined and could be a factor in any determination.

Fidell, a military justice expert who teaches at Yale University, was retained by Bergdahl as counsel last month. He told Checkpoint on Friday that his client answered questions from Dahl from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 6, and from 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Aug. 7. Given the complexity of the case and the amount of time that Bergdahl spent in captivity, it isn’t surprising that Dahl still needs more time to complete his report, Fidell said. “My client answered every question he was asked,” Fidell said.

The interviews were done at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas, where Bergdahl has received care after returning to the United States on June 13. In July, he was given an administrative job by the Army. “He’s in a holding pattern,” Fidell said of Bergdahl’s status with the Army. “Obviously nothing much is going to happen until this situation gets resolved.”

Army?s Bowe Bergdahl investigation is now in its final stage - News - Stripes

 

[CaféAuLait]

HOUSTON — The US Army has begun questioning Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl about his disappearance in Afghanistan that led to five years in captivity by the Taliban, his attorney and an Army spokeswoman said Wednesday.

Bergdahl was questioned at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, where he has been staying since returning to the US, said his attorney, Eugene R. Fidell.
“Sgt. Bergdahl answered all questions put to him. The interview is proceeding. It has been a productive expenditure of time,” Fidell said in a telephone interview during a break in the questioning. Fidell declined to comment on what specific questions Bergdahl was asked.

Lt. Col. Alayne Conway, an Army spokeswoman, said Bergdahl was advised of his rights under Article 31 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Article 31 pertains to individuals being informed of the nature of the accusation against them and says that they do not have to make any statement to investigators.

“This in an ongoing investigation; the investigating officer has 60 days from his appointment to conclude his investigation; however, he can request additional time if he feels it is necessary,” Conway said in an emailed statement. She did not respond to an inquiry about what type of questions investigators asked.

Maj. Gen. Kenneth R. Dahl, who is heading the probe into the 28-year-old’s disappearance, questioned Bergdahl on Wednesday, Fidell said.

A well-known lawyer and military justice expert who is currently a visiting lecturer at Yale Law School, Fidell described the setting of Bergdahl’s interview as “a comfortable environment,” a room with a sofa and a couple of chairs. He said there were four people in the room, the interview was being recorded and that they were taking breaks throughout the day.

This photo of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, smiling and posing with a former senior Taliban official in Afghanistan, was posted on Twitter.


Earlier this month, the Army announced Bergdahl had been given a desk job, ending the formal phase of his transition from Taliban prisoner to not-quite-ordinary soldier.
Bergdahl has not commented publicly on the circumstances of his disappearance, and the Army has made no charges against him.


It is unknown if Bergdahl’s family has seen him since his return to the United States. Army officials have said because of a request by Bergdahl’s family for privacy, they cannot comment on that matter.


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Good thing they are getting around to questioning him. Uhhhh, what is with him smiling like that with the taliban scumbag?

Why did his father consecrate the white house in the name of islam with one of their pathetic prayers?

Good thing he served "honorably" like Susan Rice said. Cause we all know whatever Susan Rice is the gospel truth don't we?

The obama administration. The greatest disaster to ever hit America.

It is obvious they were starving him.

I don't think its obvious. He was a slight guy right before joining the army.

 

[Bush92]

Edit.

 

[JoeB131]

Here's the problem the Army has.

This shows just how badly they dropped standards in the last phases of the War on Terror when people weren't signing up.

Bergdahl never should have been enlisted.

 

[Mad Scientist]

What are you guys gonna' do when the "investigation" ends and nothing happens to him? When he finishes out his term of enlistment and gets an Honorable Discharge?

You gonna' thank him for his service?

 

[JoeB131]

What are you guys gonna' do when the "investigation" ends and nothing happens to him? When he finishes out his term of enlistment and gets an Honorable Discharge?

You gonna' thank him for his service?

I don't think he should be "thanked". He didn't take his job seriously and got captured.

I just think that the right wing going apeshit wanting to burn him at the stake because his parents did a photo op with Obama is beyond the pale.

 

[Mad Scientist]

How do you know he didn't take his job seriously? How do you know his leaving his unit wasn't a mission? His mission being to infiltrate the Taliban?

His Father speaks Farsi.

The Government gave up 5 Terrorists for him.

He's not just some AWOL soldier who got captured.

 

[Bush92]

Bergdahl deserted his post. He will get an honorable discharge because Obama already put his credit on the line with Rose Garden ceremony.

 

[deltex1]

The true facts will be classified. He will get a slap on the wrist. He will request separation to pursue a ballet career.

 

[kaz]

What are you guys gonna' do when the "investigation" ends and nothing happens to him? When he finishes out his term of enlistment and gets an Honorable Discharge?

You gonna' thank him for his service?

I don't think he should be "thanked". He didn't take his job seriously and got captured.

I just think that the right wing going apeshit wanting to burn him at the stake because his parents did a photo op with Obama is beyond the pale.

He didn't take his job seriously? That was the problem? Gosh, I just went for a walk ... in Afghanistan ... LOL, you believe anything, a tip, stay away from timeshare salesmen...

 

[Mad Scientist]

When I was stationed at Kadena a fellow NCO stole weapons out of the armory and sold one to a Yakuza who used it to kill an Okinawan Police Officer.

I was a close friend of the guy who stole the weapons so I got called into the Commanders office for a little chat. It went like this:

CO: SSgt XXXX, You know he stole those guns right?
Me: If you say so sir.
CO: We have him on video tape doing it.
Me: Ok.
CO: There are rumors that he had an accomplice. There are rumors that the accomplice isn't getting punished. That's not true. He's going to jail too.
Me: Ok.
CO: We need YOU, as an NCO, to stop those rumors and spread the truth about this.
Me:...
CO: You have any questions for me?
Me: Yes. Who let him in?
CO: What?
Me: The armory is sealed tight like a Bank Vault with two people inside, an Airman and a Japanese National. Someone on the inside HAD to let him in. Who was it? Airman XXXX?

We all knew it was Airman XXXX.

CO: Oh no no no no! Listen, I have an appointment here in a bit so I'm out of time, SSgt XXXX You're dismissed!

Airman XXXX got orders to Korea in less than a month when it usually takes at least 6 months to PCS.

The Military is gonna' do what it wants and the Military is gonna' tell you whatever story they think it is you wanna' hear.

If Americans are too stupid or afraid to ask questions then they'll get what they deserve.

 

[konradv]

How do you know he didn't take his job seriously? How do you know his leaving his unit wasn't a mission? His mission being to infiltrate the Taliban?

His Father speaks Farsi.

The Government gave up 5 Terrorists for him.

He's not just some AWOL soldier who got captured.

How do you know that?!?! You're jumping to conclusions, too. Let's wait and see what the Army has to say.

 

[jon_berzerk]

that sure was a flop for the prezbo

 

[deltex1]

HOUSTON — The US Army has begun questioning Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl about his disappearance in Afghanistan that led to five years in captivity by the Taliban, his attorney and an Army spokeswoman said Wednesday.

Bergdahl was questioned at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, where he has been staying since returning to the US, said his attorney, Eugene R. Fidell.
“Sgt. Bergdahl answered all questions put to him. The interview is proceeding. It has been a productive expenditure of time,” Fidell said in a telephone interview during a break in the questioning. Fidell declined to comment on what specific questions Bergdahl was asked.

Lt. Col. Alayne Conway, an Army spokeswoman, said Bergdahl was advised of his rights under Article 31 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Article 31 pertains to individuals being informed of the nature of the accusation against them and says that they do not have to make any statement to investigators.

“This in an ongoing investigation; the investigating officer has 60 days from his appointment to conclude his investigation; however, he can request additional time if he feels it is necessary,” Conway said in an emailed statement. She did not respond to an inquiry about what type of questions investigators asked.

Maj. Gen. Kenneth R. Dahl, who is heading the probe into the 28-year-old’s disappearance, questioned Bergdahl on Wednesday, Fidell said.

A well-known lawyer and military justice expert who is currently a visiting lecturer at Yale Law School, Fidell described the setting of Bergdahl’s interview as “a comfortable environment,” a room with a sofa and a couple of chairs. He said there were four people in the room, the interview was being recorded and that they were taking breaks throughout the day.

This photo of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, smiling and posing with a former senior Taliban official in Afghanistan, was posted on Twitter.


Earlier this month, the Army announced Bergdahl had been given a desk job, ending the formal phase of his transition from Taliban prisoner to not-quite-ordinary soldier.
Bergdahl has not commented publicly on the circumstances of his disappearance, and the Army has made no charges against him.


It is unknown if Bergdahl’s family has seen him since his return to the United States. Army officials have said because of a request by Bergdahl’s family for privacy, they cannot comment on that matter.


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Good thing they are getting around to questioning him. Uhhhh, what is with him smiling like that with the taliban scumbag?

Why did his father consecrate the white house in the name of islam with one of their pathetic prayers?

Good thing he served "honorably" like Susan Rice said. Cause we all know whatever Susan Rice is the gospel truth don't we?

The obama administration. The greatest disaster to ever hit America.

It is obvious they were starving him.

I don't think its obvious. He was a slight guy right before joining the army.

He'll make a good wife for a Snowden.