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January 20, 2012

Second Officer Backs Trial for Manning 
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A second military officer has recommended a court martial for the
alleged Army whistleblower Bradley Manning, who is accused of leaking
classified documents and video to Wiki Leaks. The decision by Colonel
Carl Coffman mirrors that of a lower-ranking officer who presided over
Manning's pre-trial hearing last month. The recommendation now goes to
the commander of the Military District of Washington who will make a
final decision on whether Manning should stand trial. Manning faces a
sentence of up to life in prison or possibly the death penalty.



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