When questioned as to why Congress members are not privy to written diplomatic assurances, John Bellinger, legal adviser to the Secretary of State, defends his commitment to his job and the work he has done. Senator Wiliam D. Delahunt (D-Mass.) is disturbed that Congress members are barred from certain information. (0:48)

 

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Chairman William Delahunt (D-Mass.) presided over a hearing of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommitte on international organizations, human rights and oversight. Delahunt explained his opinion and concerns on the use of diplomatic assurances. He proposed that the committee take a deeper look into how the Bush Administration obtains assurances before sending someone back to a country with a poor human rights record. (more…)