Although Assange is in the free-and-clear with Swedish authorities, the American government has an entirely different bone to pick. Monday’s ruling on extraditing Assange proved to be a disappointing result for the U.S. government.
“While we are extremely disappointed in the court’s ultimate decision, we are gratified that the United States prevailed on every point of law raised,” the U.S. government said in a statement, “In particular, the court rejected all of Mr. Assange’s arguments regarding political motivation, political offense, fair trial, and freedom of speech.”
Barry Pollack, an attorney representing Assange, welcomed the ruling by the U.K. court, saying “We hope that after consideration of the U.K. court’s ruling, the United States will decide not to pursue the case further.”
Assange’s deteriorating mental health has been a linchpin in his defense. It has been argued in court that Assange suffers from severe mental depression as well as an unknown form of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
