Why is Saddam Hussein in Jail and under who's authority?
352265
bush needed a new reason when it became kind of embarassing that there were no wmd's so they pulled hussein out of that hole he was hiding in and put him on trial for the human rights
380783
Assuming that he is found innocent, and that he is released he wold not be simply placed back in the office of President of Iraq.\n\nIraq, though they seem to be dragging their feet, has a parlimentary style government in place.  That being said if Saddam wanted back in the club he would first have to get his party together, get them to win a majority of seats in the legislature, and then get himself named Prime Minister... all of that is unlikely... but possible... \n\n*assuming* that he makes it out of the trial as an innocent man.
1137868
The Americans have been gunning for his death all along, and\nwill defiantly impress upon the tribunal to give the Death penalty.\n\nBut you must also know, that even today Saddam is a feared and respected man by many in Iraq.The outcome will not be settled so fast. Did you see the Glaring eyes & stance when in court he recently told the judge"I am the ruler of Iraq and who are you, a foreigner trying to pass judgement on me?"\n\nThe recent spate of bombings in Iraq between the Shias and Sunnis is directly connected with Saddams case. Which country\nwould ever allow a foreign country to set up courts?\n\nNo. The chair will probably decay &break, and the switches/\nwires will rust or melt away.And dont suggest a rope, because there is no such strong rope exists in the World to snap such a\nstrong throat.
802864
the trial of Saddam was not done by Iraqis but by the stooges of the USA. every man who has brains know his trial was not transparent.
500061
Because the Dictator in Egypt is OUR Dictator.\nAnd since when were we promoting freedom in Iraq? I think I missed that news story.
1097100
I can't believe the number of people who seemingly want to take the side of Saddam.  As far as I am concerned, the man refused to follow the rules, he wanted to pretend he had them, so I think we should have acted as if he did.  I would rather be safe than sorry.  I have seen too many reports that show the people are greatful for our intervention.  I think there is still a possibility that there are weapons hidden somewhere.
481068
Umm...Saddam did some really bad things during his reign as ruler of Iraq. Whether Bush is a criminal or not will be determined by history.
1035036
The Iraq government has the last say in it. They suffered more of his regime then we Americans have so it's really under their jurisdiction to do what they may with him.
201345
No what he does is not right..he should be labled a criminal and should be thrown in jail. The pain and suffering caused by Bush, all the death brought on by all his lies is horrendous...He is a very evil man and should be on trial right now just like Saddam!!!
807316
there will be blood damit all over the streets,Saddam is still loved by many why well thats another question. i hope they HANG him high
737241
"The Supreme Iraqi Criminal Tribunal (formerly known as the Iraqi Special Tribunal) is a body established under Iraqi national law to try Iraqi nationals or residents accused of genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes or other serious crimes committed between 1968 and 2003. It is organising the trial of Saddam Hussein and other members of his Baath Party regime.\n\nThe Tribunal was set up by a specific Statute issued under the Coalition Provisional Authority and now reaffirmed under the jurisdiction of the Iraqi Interim Government. The Transitional Administrative Law [TAL] promulgated by the Iraq Governing Council before the restoration of Iraqi sovereignty preserves and continues the Iraq Special Tribunal Statute in force and effect.\n\nThe Tribunal is responsible for the trial of Saddam Hussein, Ali Hassan al-Majid (also known as "Chemical Ali"), former Vice President Taha Yassin Ramadan, former deputy Prime Minister Tariq Aziz and other former senior officials in the deposed Ba'athist regime.\n\nThe Tribunal has declared it will adhere to standards of international law in compliance with the sovereign law of Iraq."\n\n\nNot conducted by "the victors". Unless you, like I, consider the citizens of Iraq to be the winners in this.
860177
A totally different topic. Saddam was sentenced to death because of crimes against humanity (if you believe that). In other countries, you may not agree with a head of state, but the underlying problems are greater than any one person can tackle.
480032
Saddam Hussein0 Abd al-Majid al-Tikriti, (Arabic صدام حسين عبد المجيد التكريتي), born April 28, 1937 1, was the President of Iraq from 1979 until he was captured by the military of the United States on December 13th, 2003, following the 2003 invasion of Iraq.\n\nA leading member of the Iraqi Ba'ath Party, which espoused secular pan-Arabism, economic modernization, and socialism, Saddam (see 2 regarding names) played a key role in the 1968 coup that brought the party to long-term power.\n\nAs vice president under his cousin, the frail General Ahmed Bakr, Saddam tightly controlled conflict between the government and the armed forces by creating repressive security forces and cementing his own firm authority over the apparatuses of government.\n\nAs president, Saddam ran an authoritarian government and maintained power through the Iran-Iraq War (1980–1988) and the Persian Gulf War (1991). Saddam's government repressed movements that it deemed threatening, particularly those from ethnic or religious groups that sought independence or autonomy. While he remained a popular hero among many Arabs for standing up to his opponents in the West, such as the United States, some members of the international community continued to view Saddam with deep suspicion following the 1991 Persian Gulf War. Saddam was deposed by the United States and its allies during the 2003 invasion of Iraq. Captured by U.S. forces on December 13, 2003, he is standing trial charged with crimes against humanity and genocide before the Iraq Special Tribunal, established by the Iraqi Interim Government.\nSaddam Hussein\nDate of birth April 28, 1937\nPolitical Party Ba'ath Arab Socialist Party\nPolitical positions \n\n    * Chairman of the Iraqi Revolutionary Command Council and President of Iraq (1979-2003)
710942
He is guilty of mass murders.  He has lived the life of 10 rich men. He is an arrogant ass hole, he should be put down for the crimes against the Iraqi people.
1084897
WE ALL KNOW IRAQ NEVER ATTACKED THE USA. Pres. Saddam Hussein was trying to make sure the flow of oil to the Zionists and America wasn't as fluid as America would like. Hence the reason they got rid of him. The pretext of saving the Iraqi people from Saddam is nothing but a lie. Just like 9/11
49341
O! c'mon guys! We are talking abt a human here .I dont have any sympathy with Saddam whatsoever. But he is a human being, or at least we should remember that we are. so let just say that he should be punished for his deeds but that's not for us to decide.
455292
I think it is more a case of people are afraid of him than loyal, though he probably has a cadre of loyal bodyguards too.  Iraq is roughly the size of California and a mix of deserts and mountains with some fairly sizeable cities, it is probably difficult to keep track of a small group of foreigners who frequently move around.  In addition to fear Zarqawi has cash to spread around which probably helps keep him hidden as well.  If he were caught I don't think he should be executed right away, he probably is a veritable gold mine of intelligence if he can be made to give up the info.