Michael, Hang in there. You are a true hero & the citizens of this country will back you. Anyone in that position would do the same thing.

I pray that you will not be forgotten, that your spirits remain high, and that you think to offer up your injustices to God in reparation for the sins of this world.

This case is un American. Lt Behenna you have been a victom not a criminal. Come on US and military courts show dignity for a true American. This must not continue to stand. Hold fast brother, Tom Griffin USMC

Thank you for the updates. We will pray that the Supreme Court (even though filled with liberals) will finally do the right thing and give Michael a fair hearing. God bless this American hero and his family

He should be a hero and be awarded metals instead of a criminal!!!!!!

Dear Michael, I contacted Senator McCain re. your difficulties. Glad to hear Supreme Court involved. Bruno

This is a sad day in the history of this country. Why is it that a person that is know to have tried and killed americans, have more rights then the person he tried to kill. Whether or not you believe in the war that is being fought, what I hope you can agree with is if someone tried to kill you, you would fight back with everything that you have. And remember this is the same group of people that are linked whether you believe it or not, to the bombing of the Boston marathon, World trade Center, and 9/11. These people's only reason they think they should be here is too kill people that do not believe in the same things they believe in. This country is built on letting people believe and live in which a way they seem fit. Why is then it is ok for them to come in a kill us because we do not believe in there way of life. I am not asking them to change, just keep their beliefs to themselves. I do not understand why they expect me to change because they came to my country. I did not go to theirs and say hay I you have to change to fit me. It does not work that way. I am not going to go to someone's house and tell them how to live and take care of their house. You are the visitor not us. We have lived this way in this country for a long time and this country has become the greatest to ever exist. And the only reason this is the case is because our ancestors came to america and did not try to change it, they worked into the system and the country thrived. And now we are trying to change to please everyone and it is very clear this is not working. And we are losing our top spot because of it. You left your country for a reason, and one of those reason was it was not as good in your country as it is here. Why change a good thing. It has worked for years. Now how does this connect to Lt. Behenna. All he was doing was protecting the rights and the way of life that the government and others are trying to destroy. All he was doing was trying to do is follow orders and take the guy back and set a murderer free. And that murdered met his match in LT Behenna and now those same people who think we owe these murderers right are trying to lock up the very guy that allows them to voice their stupid ideas in the first place.

Mike, I forgot to add something in my last message to you a minute ago. "AMERICA LOVES YOU BROTHER"!

MY "My 173rd Airborne Brigade Heart" is WITH YOU Michael I will be Praying for you to be FREED! Love your HERD Brother, Kenny ps "GOD BLESS YOU"!!!!!!!

Michael, Happy Birthday and stay hopeful. You are an inspiration to so many people. Please know that you are changing people's lives each day as they learn of your story. We won't give up til you are free. God Bless

Lt. Behenna should be released from prison immediately! The imprisonment of this young man is absurd (to say the least). I will pray for him. Wendy

Sometimes I feel nostalgic about the USA during ww 2. Our soldiers had a far lower chance of making it home.but what they did have was a government unashamed to use words like enemy and victory and who had the backs of the boys they sent to war and whatever they had to do to achieve the victory they went for. The fact that Michael volunteered to risk his neck to protect our rear ends and gets this as a thank you build my blood. Lieutenant, let no one ever tell you otherwise.YOU DID THE RIGHT THING! And you have the thanks of grateful nation if not a grateful military bureaucracy and self hating government.bless you.

Sending you a birthday card in tonight's mail. Just wanted to let you know are thoughts and prayers are with you. With every good wish, William S. Johnson, 1LT USAF RET

What can I do to help?

THIS IS ANOTHER TRAVISTY THAT IS CAUSED BY CIVILIANS WHO ARE QUICK TO SEND US TO WAR AND QUICK TO JUDGE. MILITARY IS FORCED TO ACT IN FAVOR OF THE ENEMY AND NOT OUR SOLDIERS. IF WE SEND THEM TO WAR TO KILL THE ENEMY, WE CAN'T PROSECUTE THEM FOR DOING SO. if THIS HAPPENED IN THE US AFTER MANSUR KILLED A LOT OF AMERICANS, LT BEHEENA WOULD BE HEARLED AS A HERO. TIME FOR A REALITY CHECK. FREE HIM NOW.

I had some BSTs tossed at me in the Corps, but this is the most CS I've seen. Praying for you Michael. You are a victim of an appeasing Pretender to the Presidency, who is a traitor to our nation. Semper FI my Brother.

This is an outrageous miscarriage of justice. Please fellow Patriots pitch in to Michael Behenna's defense fund.

Hang in there, Lieutenant!

Vicki, Michael's situation is heartbreaking. I will keep him and his family in my prayers. I think there is a reason for everything and that it will turn out well. I am grateful for Michael serving our country. God bless you.

Michael, I pray for you and hope justice will be served. You are not forgotten. You name, your service, your injustice are in our hearts. I am sending you a warm embrace of gratitude. Keep the faith. God is with you. I want to thank all of you who continue to Stay On The WALL for him. You too are in my prayers. Thank you so much for keeping us informed. God Bless

It seems to me that Mike was put in an unfair situation. It's like asking to give the victim of a robbery a ride home to the robber.Right or wrong why was he even placed in this predicament in the first place?

If Holder and Obama weren't in office I would be a lot more optimistic about Michael's release, but with God's help, all things are possible! I will continue to pray for you and believe that he will be free soon.

Send him home ... stop this bullying

He was sent to battle and there were casualties. Is was a WAR. He was doing his JOB. His DUTY. What he did, could possibly have saved hundres more lives. He was doing his JOB. It was WAR.

The Behenna family should not be going through this. Their son should be a hero, not incarcerated. He should be rewarded for protecting us. We are not dealing with civilized people. The Mother's Day article, is heart felt. He should be released immediately. Or is the system that is supposed to work and then does not. This is an outrage. This young man should be released. There is something very wrong with the court system, if he is not released. P. J. O'Neil

I agree wholeheartly that this honorable American citizen be set free and be rewarded for dedicating his "LIFE" to serving his country If you keep this loyal American in prison, it is a travesity of justice. War is war, Mansur was the enemy, and Lt Behenna was risking his life to seek valuable information in order to save more American lives,namely, his platoon. As an American citizen and veteran, I demand that you release him with "Honors", and cease and desist this display of compasion and remorse to countries that harbor and support terrorist, countries that hate us,yes, and you who falsely sentenced this loyal Americam to prison, when he should have been awarded the Medal of Honor. I only hope you can sleep at night, knowing the "Life" you have sentenced this loyal American to.

I am disgusted by the idea of what Michael and his family had had to endure. My hopes your fight will persevere and WIN.

WHY NOT PROVIDE FOR THE SIMPLE PRABABLE RE-TRIA? ANY SOLDIER DESERVES THE MOST POSSIBLE CONSIDERATION THAT CAN BE PROVIDED. SHOULD IT BE HE "OVER REACTED" HE HAS ALREADY SERVED FAR MORE TIME THAN DESERVED.

Happy Birthday - Keep the Faith You are a Hero. My Best, g

Quite a contrast to the Ft. Hood fiasco! An all volunteer defense force cannot last with this type of justice. One event is obvious Jihad, the other example, under direct and unrelenting stress of fighting it and guess who is still on Uncle Sam's payroll? Acquired PTSD is a defense when the real thing is not? AS a Nam vet, I see similarities to Lt. Calley. Where were the Superiors? Who ordered the guard detail? God Bless America and protect us from ourslves.

OK so the actual story here is that these parents entrused their son to the United States army feeling that they would protect their young son in exchange that micheal would protect the United States from all of her enemies both foreign and domestic...and if I understand the story correctly, when this young man did as he was asked to do by our goverment and defended himself from said terrorist, (yes lets just be honest with ourselves..this man was a known terrorist) Lt Brehenna gets charged with Murder???? This really does not make sense..he should be getting a metal instead of a 25 year sentence..So I'm asking where does the oklahoma senators and congressmen stand on this matter....do they have the kahunas to help defend the actions of Lt. Brehenna or are they just sitting on the sidelines..I personally ask at no other persons request, that ALL Oklahomans fimiliarize themselves with this carriage of unjustice, and if you agree with his defence, please support him, his family and act on it..we can not sit on the sidelines and let this man sit in a jail for 25 years..he like all others serving our country is a hero NOT a criminal...thanks for letting me express my opinions

that my comrade wearing the uniform of our nation should not be given the benefit of the doubt, is an unforgivable crime against all of those men and women, past and present, who have stood for our culture, our way of life, our nation, and our freedom. Every living creature has an undeniable right to defend it self. to even suggest one of our own, under arms, and the threat of death minute by minute, hour by hour, does not, or has not the right to defend him or her self is is the act of a Godless government, and a systematic betrayal of the service men and women who serve in our name. Michael, you are not forgotten, nor will you ever be a grateful nation, no matter what!!

Michael was doing his army duty. He needs to be released now. All this time in jail is overdone. Let him go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WHAT A MISERABLE WAY TO TREAT A U.S. ARMY SOLDIER. THIS AN OUTRAGE IN LIGHT OF THE FACTS CONTAINED PERTINENT TO THIS CASE. I FEEL A TERRIBLE INJUSTICE IS BEING VISITED ON THIS YOUNG MAN, AND AS A VETERAN, I AM SICKENED. GOD BLESS YOU LT. BEHENNA, YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS AND WE WILL NOT FORGET YOU. JOHN D. LEVAN

I pray for the release and vindication of Lt. Behenna in the matter. This type of punichment MUST be stopped and common sense must return to the people of this nation. Obvious miscarriage of justice from what I read. Prayers for this young man who fought for us all.

How can I help?

Although it appears an injustice has occurred using the information supplied here, questions come to mind: 1. Why on earth was an armed army officer escort needed to get the released Mansur back home in the first place? Was Mansur a danger himself or in personal danger of some sort? 2. And why select as escort the officer in charge of the very unit that suffered loss of life in combat with the unit Mansur was suspected of being involved with? 3. What prompted or authorized Lt. Behenna to conduct an interrogation of released (and presumably now free) ex prisoner Mansur enroute to his home? 4. Why would the "released" and unarmed Mansur, a free man being taken home, feel so endangered or hostile that he would risk a physical confrontation with an armed professional soldier? Without answers to these questions it is impossible to make an informed opinion regarding the justice of this incident and trial. While I have no sympathy for the terrorist and every respect for Lt. Behenna the questions remain and the logic behind the trial and sentencing is not clear.

I believe our government is giving special consideration to our enemies and persecuting Americans because they are afraid to anger Obama. Obama is partial to Muslims because he was raised that way and can't hide his partiality.

Is anyone surprised?? Have you looked at our country lately? I spent 16 years opposing the communists so the Devout Muslim terrorists can have free rein??? I AM contacting our Congressional Delegation. I do hope the pen really is mightier than the sword.

I am a disabled soldier of the US Army and am ashamed that our system could do this to a soldier that was defending his life. I will be praying for his early release or pardon.

Freedom is what he was fighting for and he gets jailed for protecting his and our rights? I am a former combat soldier in Vietnam and I know this would never happen in our command!!

This ie truly a travisty of injustice like no other I have ever read about. I am a former Marine and I just can't believe our Government can screw things up so badly, as they have in this situation. But, when you look at the way the country is being run today, you can see how screwed up it is. I am truly sorry to read about what has happened to Lt. Behenna! He will be in my prayers from this day forward every time I think of him. I will pass the word along to other believers in the Lord who truly believe in the power of prayer. My hope and prayer for him is when he does get out, and he will be out some day, hopefully sooner than later, I hope he is not to mad at the world for what has happened!!!! May God Bless Him and his family for all their going through!! John C.

Lt. Behenna, we want to wish wish you a happy birthday and once agin you and your family are in our prayers. Your one of our HERO'S and will always be. Once again your attitude and faith is shining brighter than the injustice that has been past to you, and it is these qualities that will see you through this. When your set free , we"ll be there to celebrate. God bless and love ya, your brother in Christ. Keven Hendricks

This sounds like a miscarriage of justice. Why did the judge not grant a mistrial, and why was dr. Macdonal sent home? Why was Behenna not believed? Why would anyone want to risk their life if treated like this? It is disgraceful! Maybe the prosecutors should be in jail for withholding evidence?

Please review his case because all the evidence, to defend him, is not beinf released. I am praying for justice in his case.

God please bless this man for what has occured in this injustice. Can anyone tell me where I can purchase a flag with his picture on it so I can fly it on my motorcycle. Thank you and may God Bless us all from evil injustices!

While the Benghazi debacle unfolds, this American soldier is still in jail?!!!!? Supreme Court, do the right thing, do the legal thing and set him free.

What a screwed up military justice system! A pilot rapes an Air Force woman and is pardoned and a soldier kills an Al Qaeda operative and goes to prison.

This is absolutely disgusting. How can the military claim in all honesty that this soldier can be incriminated for doing his duty. The prosecution should be prosecuted for ignoring the evidence and putting an exemplary officer in Ft. Leavenworth.

As a veteran,and a retired NYC police officer familiar with court and legal procedures- - my former roomate being a jag officer; I've never encountered such a deliberate breach of justice. I can understand an initial investigation, but to bring charges and then conviction to an honorable soldier, exhonorating the criminal is treason, solidifying with the enemy. Who ordered the release of the terrorist anyway? Where is the support of our troops? Release Lt. Michael Behenna immediately- -he is an American hero.

Never give up! Those of us who have answered the call to duty stand by you in your struggle against an unjust sentence. Semper Fi

I am a Captain, U.S. Marine Corps. I served from 1955 to 1968, Vietnam being my combat tour as a helicopter pilot. This is another travesty of justice regarding this young Army Lt. When will this political, self-serving, politically correct congregation of spineless miscreants stop destroying our Republic and it's warriors!? Somebody show some patriotism and release this man and restore him to his previous rank with backpay and allowances. My God, are we all insane?

This Is a disgrace. He should be rewarded for eliminating a terrorist .... Not to mention the fact. That he was acting in self defense. Probably the result of having Muslim terrorist as the commander in chief. What a joke this one has turned out to be.

WHAT A DEGRACE AND MISCARRIAGE OF JUSTICE. THE PROESCUTING ATTORNEY, THE JURY, AND THE JUDGE DO NOT DESERVE TO WEAR THE UNIFORM. THEY ARE A DISGRACE TO THE MILITARY SERVICE.

Reads like LT behanna is a political scapegoat. Seems we had similiar political judgements come out of Vietnam.

Set this young man free and give him a medal.He is a hero not a murderer.Release him now.

That is a disgrace he should be freed and the prosecuting attorney given the same sentence.

This has been going on too long.I spent 45 months in the U.S. Air Force during Korea and I am just besides myself that this president is still sitting on his self serving ass and just refuses to get this guy out of prison.I am ashamed of our country.There are pleanty of good conservatives out there with pleanty of money.Get them to start throwing some of that cash to the right idiots and get this guy out of prison.

Happy Birthday Michael

I will continue to pray for you dear Michael. I wish you a happy and blessed birthday. Our God is able to do great things for you. Start thanking Him for your freedom.Love in Christ, Mrs. Mae Hogg

the people that put this man in this position are the people that should be in jail free this man now and jail the real culprits

Scott, Virgil will be a Senior this Fall at Baylor. By the Grace of God and a ROTC Schollarship.Just retired from the Guard with over 38 years of service.( 3 years Active with the 82nd Airborne Division during 70-73.) I am familiar with the atrocities your son has had to indure with the exception of imprisonment.I guarded Lt. Calley during his trial. Scott, i have known your family for years and have the utmost respect. Please convey to Mike my prayers and well wishes and hope he is home soon. Doug Walker

My thoughts and prayers go out to Lt. Behenna and his family. This ridiculous decision by our cowardly, politically correct politicians only give strength to our enemies and yes there are real enemies out in the world!

This is war. THIS IS BS. I vote every judge that sentences military personnel has fought in extreme combat! Those judges are jerks!

I heard of this tragedy on the Chairborne Commando Podcast. It brought tears to eyes. I want to help. As a retired soldier, my means are meager but I am one more supporter, one more voter, one more letter, and one more prayer. Ron 3/75,1/75,C/509 RLTW

He represents that which is honorable and decent about America. He sacrificially gave his all for me and my homeland; he deserves our esteem and honor. This injustice is a mockery and stain on our nation and must be altered immediately.

This upsets me so much... I am speechless! I am going to retweet this en every day, and contact Sen McCain and Sen Kyl...

I am recommending to my Army staff college students that they read about Lt Behenna's case in "Fighting Today's Wars: How America's Leaderes Have Failed Our Warriors", published in 2012. The authors do a great job of explaining why Lt Behenna has been continuously treated unfairly by the military judicial system. Lt Behenna deserves our nation's gratitude for his service, not punishment.

Dear Behenna Family: Please add my email to the list for updates on Michael's case. I have been supporting Michael and praying for justice for him. I have sent him things in the past and would ask that you let me know if he likes to read and what types of books he likes. I want to send him some books. Wish I could send money again but I am experiencing financial difficulties. The country is proud of Michael and inspired by his family. Michael will NEVER be forgotten. God bless you all.

This is an outrage! This man served our country! Why is he being treated like this? He deserves to be treated with the utmost respect and dignity! What the Supreme Court has done to him is wrong on so many levels!! He was fighting for our Country! I'm so ashamed of the USA right now! I hope you all sleep well!

I am so sorry to read about this outrageous injustice. What is happening in the USA? I have come to the conclusion that the courts must have been manipulated. The question arises: Why? Michael, you are in our prayers. Do not give up hope. Make your story known and public in Europe. (German TV station RTL.de or Sat1.de) It might help your case in a huge way.

My family and I will continue to pray for Michael for his release. Please let us know how we can help or where we can write letters to. This young hero deserves to be freed!

I will not say either way of what may have gone down, but where Michael is now is unexceptable. Please let me know how may help. Brent

I am a US Navy Veteran who proudly served my country during the 1980's. Even though I was not subjected to a combat situation, I served my country with honor and dignity for the opportunity to be a member of the US Military. I believe that 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna has been unjustly punished for taking the life of this man who had already killed two of his platoon mates and would have most likely killed more had the opportunity presented itself. My heart is breaking that this is how one of our soldiers who pledged to "give all" for this country is being treated as though he were a common criminal. Where is the justice in that? I'm thankful that his sentence was reduced as it was but I believe that he should never have been sent to prison in the first place as "he did not" commit a crime by defending himself against this terrorist who could very well have killed Lt. Behenna had he gotten control of his weapon. This is a breach of faith to every soldier serving our country and to all those veterans who came before him in service to this country. This man should be seen as a "hero" for having quickly taken control of the situation and prevented further loss of life. It's a sad day when someone like Lt. Behenna who served his country so proudly and in good faith and courage for every human being who is a citizen of the United States of America. Please overturn this travesty and set this American Hero free. That would be the just and right thing to do.

Thank you for your service, we support you and your family while you continue to fight for the freedom of your son!

After following this since Mrs. Behenna's plea on The Savage nation...I now believe Michael is a warning and reminder for all of us what the U.S. government is capable of doing to any of us. God rules the universe. I believe Michael is there for a reason that we cannot understand, only God knows the reason for this travesty. Michael will be honored forever for his struggle. His name will never be forgotten. We will never stop supporting him and praying for his release! God Bless him and the Behenna family, friends and supporters.

Know that you have my support and my voice.

This is what happens when there is a bipartisan silence, and no one goes to the press about this. I can't believe more soldiers are not coming forward about this, and why no one will publicly question the UCMJ. If the JAG is questioned on national TV, then it will bring to light how much more common that these false prosecutions are.

Sad to think that someone who fought for our country is being punished by the same people he swore to protect.

Sending best wishes to Army Ranger 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna and Keep Strong Michael! This is shameful! on America and Congress get off your ass! stand by this American Servicemen/Veteran doing his duty for his nation! Also shows USA enemies how this looks like weakness and President Obama should step in and help Michael! God Bless America Veterans Kev

My thoughts and prayers are with Michael and his parents; what an outrage! We send our young men and women to fight and in some case give the ultimate sacrifice and this is what can happen? Loose their freedom? God bless you 1st Lieutenant. I heard your story on www.chairbornecommandos.com.

I fully support Lt Behenna's action in defending himself and his colleagues and his country.

I am so sorry for what happened to your son. I was deployed three times. I worked in a Field Detention Site on my last tour. I dont want to get in trouble because I signed a non disclosure statement but Infantrymen would bring in guys and they would have ten or fifteen photos of these guys planting bombs, killing civilians, and countless other things. My point is they would just let them go or send them to another jail temporarily. But these American soldiers would have to feed these guys three times a day, provide showers, prayer time and then let them go just so the terrorist could repeat the process. I could keep going but I wont. I am sorry and if there is something I can do let me know.

Michael volunteered to defend his country - yet his country put him in chains for killing a known Al-Queda Terrorist in a war-zone. I ask you "what does this say to young men who are thinking about joining the service?" It doesn't take a genius to figure out that there are new rules to fighting this modern-day war. Rules of stupidity, rules that are sure to make us loose this war. Rules that will make us a slave-nation to other nations, if we don't fight to win. Is this what our leaders want? Well, if it is - then they will only have themselves to blame when there is no one to defend them and they themselves end up with loss of all freedoms - especially freedom of speech. Speech they seem to use(exercise) randomly to condemn our heroes who are trying to keep their "worthless bodies alive." (Paul A).

Those prosecutors should face a firing squad. As should anyone who had a hand in bringing charges against this American hero. My government and a good portion of the population sicken me. Selfish traitors...

This is an Outrage that a US Army Officer would or Could be charged with a crime for Killing the Enemy During combat ops. IAVA should come to the forefront On this and make any appeal & raise whatever money Needed to Defend this Officer who has Defended his country. We have the audacity to point fingers @ other countries for Falsely imprisoning its citizens. This needs to be brought into The light and everything needs to be made transparent. Hiding Behind a shroud of National Security or whatever else is not Acceptable!!

This makes me sick. This man went to war for this country and did nothing wrong. This is another example of what this country is turning into. This man needs to be released now and back in the Army with his rank, back pay, and to be given an apology from our leaders of this country and the Army.

This is OUTRAGEOUS!

Mike, your in my prayers.This liberal administration and military of today has created a bunch of higher up pansy asses who are surrendering to the world. Disgusting as it is we will never win anything because of this political correctness the U.S. has adopted. Everyone is a winner,everyone gets a trophy. Very discouraging in my United States of America. Keep up the good fight and never give in. GOD is with you. God bless, Smitty

Seems like he was doing his job!! Should he maybe have taken the terrorist out to dinner?

He needs to be released as soon as possible. Instead of gratitude for his service, the court is punishing him for doing his job. This is outright ridiculous and unconstitutional!

Free Michael Behenna!! This is horribly wrong to having charged him with this crime! It is a Slap in the face to Him, his family and the American people. He was answering his call to duty and it is His right to defend Himself! By military law it is our President Obama's responsibility to set Him FREE!! We the people shall shout till he is set FREE!! Thank you Michael for your dedicated service! And God Be With you!!

Held hostage & used as overseas political leverage by our government is precisely what I think has been done to Michael. Everyone pray for a word of knowledge from the Lord that will lead us to an undeniable source of legal proof.

Please release Michael Behenna. He was only doing his duty in a war and following the directions of his officers. The terrorist would have no issues with killing any man, woman or child in the United States, for sure.

Is our military becoming corrupt as our government has? Let the man go back to his unit and continue to fight for us. AMERICANS!!

1st Lt Behenna & other heroes were kidnapped by the government and held hostage by leaders who swore to uphold the Constitution. The Bill of Rights and U.S. laws were ignored; while leaders do illegal, treasonous acts. Free 1st Lt Behenna. Those responsible for putting him in jail should be put in his place in jail. We have POW's here in the U.S.,including border patrol POW's. Where are the Benghazi 33 who the government left to die, but heroes saved?

This is the most unjust millitary action I have seen and heard of, I just visited Michael Grand mother 3 weeks ago along with my son, I told him when he wanted to join the millitary, to read about all soldiers who are in prison, who are convicted of crimes in a war zone,thank God he changed his mind. Sincerly Neal Federle Cousin

Ft.Leavenorth is a hellhole and this is an outrage. Free Lt.Behenna at once....Veit Nam era Vet. Gerard Abel

LET HIM GO FREE

Hope Michael is free soon. Keep fighting for what is right. Lawrence

When will it end, As a retired Intelligence Officer I know of a case of a triple agent that was responsible for the death of Army Special Forces personnel and when this agent died while on a patrol, and a intelligence CWO was blamed for his death. I never found out what the finale outcome was but I heard he beat the rap. No one should be put thru these ordeals.

What an injustice. Why was a high ranking Al Qaida member being released in the first place? Something smells fishy an Lieutenant Behenna deserves a new trial. Why didn't the Navy Seal who shot Bin Laden get charged with murder. I think the same rule applies here.

Michael my dad is a LT. Col in the Army. I think what you did was needed to protect the lives of your men. I am 12 years old and I am praying for you.

The enemy is any one who could harm you, when in a war zone. Collateral damage is everywhere, our boys get killed everyday by those who don’t look like the enemy. Let this boy go now.

SINCE OBAMA WAS ELECTED TO THE PRESIDENCY OF THE UNITED STATES, HE HAS FULLY PARDONED MORE THE FIFTY CONVICTED FELONS, POLITICALY CONNECTED DRUG DEALERS & CRIMINALS. LT MICHALE BEHENNA, A SOLDIER, DOING HIS DUTY IN WARTIME IS LYNCHED BY A POLITICALY CORRECT MILITARY COURT DON'T TELL ME OBAMA IS NOT AWARE OF LT. BEHEMMA'S SITUATION, BUT DOES NOTHING TO RESTORE THE RIGHT'S OF AN AMERICAN HERO!

LT MICHAEL BEHEENA SHOULD NOT BE PAROLED. HE SHOULD BE GIVEN A FULL PARDON AND ALL HIS MILITATY BENIFITS INCLUDING ALL BACK PAY BE RESTORED. IT IS UNFORTUNATE PRESIDENT OBAMA DOES NOT PARTAKE A PERSONAL INTEREST IN MICHAEL'S SUPPORT. OBAMA CETAINLY NEEDS SOMETHING TO SHOW THE AMERICAN PUBLIC THAT HE DOES NOT SUPPORTS INJUSTICE TO AN AMERICAN HERO. UNFORTUNALLY HE IS TO BUSY INPROVING ON HE GOLF SWING.

Without parole or a new trial Lt. Behenna will get out of prison for the shooting an Al Qaeda terrorist in self defense when he is 40 years old.POLITICAL CORRECTNESS DOES NOT BELONG IN THE MILITARY! Whom does it benifit to imprison LT. BEHENNA. FOR WHAT PURPOSS WAS THIS DONE? CERTAINLY AN INJUSTICE HAS BEEN COMMITED AGAINST AN AMERICAN HERO

So sorry to hear about Michael and others who have defended our country and ones at home praying our fighters to come back home safe. We are suppose to be supportive of each other-who are the real terrorists????

I consider myself a patriot, served in the US Army to do my part for the freedoms in our beautiful country. It saddens my heart and makes me furious to know that a fellow American who had his life and lives of others on the front line is now in prison for doing his job. How do these judges and military officers sleep at night knowing that if they were in Michael's shoes they would have followed his footsteps. I won't pretend to know all the details of this case. I do know that when you ride in a vehicle with someone that was a known terrorist, responsible for killing others and in a war zone, there is no time to second guess or give the benefit of doubt whether its your life or his. May G-d be with you and allow a true and honest justice to prevail.

Michael: Hang in there buddy. You will win and I pray for you. Gene (former Ist Lt US ARMY)

The term "all's fair in love and war" comes to mind. We need to STOP punishing OUR Troops from doing what they are trained to do and LET them do their jobs. The enemy does NOT care about our feelings, why are we so worried about theirs. GROW A BACK BONE GOVERNMENT...like many men and women that put their lives on the LINE to protect us!!

Dear Oh Mighty God Jesus Christ, open Heavens Gates and send all your Angels to guide and Protect Michael. He is a Good Man and is being punished Unjustly. His Parets, Family and Friends all suffer this horiffic punishment. PLEASE Set this Man FREE as soon as possible, get him HOME in the longing, loving arms of his parents and family. He did what he was rightfully taught to do and being punished is unexceptable. LET THIS HONORABLE MAN GO HOME.

I will continue to support Michael and family in this endeavor, as i have from the start, so that this incredible injustice will be righted. No decent,honorable military entity in these United States could possibly continue with this outrageous injustice to a courageous soldier who has gone above and beyond to serve his nation. His incarceration must end NOW !! As a former Marine i stand with the Behenna family to NEVER SURRENDER !

We Will Stand Together ... Shoulder to Schoulder

I want you to know that I continue to pray for Michael and for his parents and family. I am a veteran and a father of a 24 year old active duty Airman and I remain steadfast in my prayers for Michaels safe return to his family and his salvation from this injustice. God bless you all.

I can only hope that common sence will prevale and justice,compassion and the will do what is right will foster his release, his immediate release. I served with the 101st,two tours RVN in a rifle company, I have felt the pressure and anxious moments,then a young man, is confronted with. My prayers are with you all.

Michael should never have been there. To keep him incarcerated for defending our country is wrong. Please free him!!

God Bless you Michael. We WILL continue to PRAY and ask for favor for YOU AND your FAMILY, as they need our support as well. You will be redeemed and your release is forthcoming! Hang in there buddy..God Bless you

Send this soldier home!

Lt. Behena, please know that there are scores of Americans who want you to be set free. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God please give us a president who actually loves America and Americans instead of hating America. You are a victim of a tyrannical regime. God please save us!

John is a vietnam veteran, bronze star, silver star who totally stands behind the quest to free Michael. I, myself offer daily Mass and Communion for Michael as I take my fight for Michael directly to God.

This should have never happened. He was not a civilian who just went out and killed someone, he was in a war zone. My family and I are behind you. My husband is retired, I have a daughter and son-in-law on active duty and a grandson that just became a marine. I do not want to see this happen to them or to any other active duty member. Keep fighting and I will keep praying for you.

It was great hearing from you again. I think about you and your family all the time. I'm so glad to hear about the pending news of April. My love, respect, and prayers are with you. Keep the strength up and keep on striving. Love, Roseanne

God Bless Michael and the rest of the Leavenworth 10. You are all in my prayers everyday. Stay strong. You will win in the end.

After reading this page, I am convinced that Lt. Behenna was the sacrificial lamb here. It sounds like the govt has a secondary motive for his prosecution. I am in law enforcement and when you manipulate a case by excusing your witness because he does not say what you want, instead of the truth, then you have tampered with a case. It sounds as if the judge and prosecutors were on the same page from the beginning to convict the Lt.

The prayers of Americans are with you. We want you home where you belong. In Liberty

Free 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna. What is the matter with you a terrorist attacked him-Did you want him to be another statistic of a KNOWN terrorist??????????? Where is JUSTICE??? God Be with YOU and give you the stregnth to get through this...

I have been signing your petitions and praying for Michael. I'd like to share this on facebook but the link is broken.

Our prayers are with you and will pass the prayer request on to friends.

Why can't President Obama pardon Michael? I think he should!

I stand with Lt. Behenna in his fight for Justice.

This injustice reminds me of the two Border Patrol agents -- I believe their names were Campean ad Ramos -- who were railroaded by the Bush administration and a Texas federal prosecutor circa 2007. After two very long years, at the end of the Bush regime, Bush commuted their sentences. He did NOT pardon them. This injustice is NOT by accident.

I'm so sorry that our military has to go through this!!! I will say prayers every night for your family and Michael! God Bless our troops!! This should never have happened to him especially in a WAR!!!!!

We will spread the word for Michael!! Gifbless you.

It is time this hero is released.

What a shame, may someone who can do something about this injustice step forward and fix this horrible mistake. It sounds like someone in his chain of command is/was chasing stars and refused to put their careers on the line and would rather not be seen as going against the left. Political correctness is bringing down our government and the military establishment with it. I'm a retired army officer with a son who recently commissioned and I worry about his future. I will definitely contact my senators and asked them for answers.

I though we were supposed to be battling the Al Qu'ida operatives..not coddling them. Whomever ordered the release of Mansur should be investigated and Behenna should be released immediately. This single event epitomizes what is wrong with our country today.

My son is a Mustang Captain in th Marine Cops. We have talked about situations like this. I told him "Son, your first responsibility is to your men. Bring as many home safe as you can. Second protect the innocent's as best you can but if its between them or your men, choose your men. If in some insane reasoning our government finds that action wrong and prosecutes you for it then shame on them and we will support you, love you and do everything we can to exhonorate you. Third is bring yourself home". I also know of another soldier being prosecuted for doing his duty in an even more obvious way. What is wrong with our Military leaders? With our country? With prayers.

no One can serve two masters for either he will hate the one and serve the other or he will stand by and be devoted to the one and despised and be against the other.Matt 6;24 Are the US courts serving the enemy now and hating its honorable US citizens now? Did Obama the muslim have anything to do with the outcome of the trial behind the scene?Remember Obama when he was invested President in 2008 went to Saudi Arabia knelt down to the king and kissed his hand and spoke publicly to their dignitaries and received ovations. Think Americans, open your eyes. Who is Obama?

This is a soldier entrusted with leading others into battle. He killed a terrorist in self defense. I would trust and value him over a terrorist any day of the week. Free this officer now!

is this just?

This is a shame and travesty of justice. God bless and keep this American Jerry.Glascock@tinker.af.mil

Having served on several court martial boards, I have never heard of the prosecution refusing to hear the testimony of a defense witness.The military court martial board bends over backwards to be more than fair to the accused. Where was the military judge during this trial? Based on the fact the MI ordered the release of Mansur, I believe that he was working with them and the Army is ticked that its own informant was killed and that is why they are after the LT.

This is a travesty of justice. The question rests on the credibility of Lt. Behenna. I believe him and I see no reason for the officers who decided the case to believe otherwise. He was defending his country and himself. Is that a crime? Circulate a petition to the President to pardon him!

It is unconscientionable that a military man serving his country is not allowed to defend himself while interogating an Al Qaeda criminal. He is a Hero and because he killed this terrorist in self defense you give him a 25 year sentence in a combat environment? This proves beyond a shadow of a doubt that our military is now under the control and power of the enemy. I now believe that this current administration is supportive of Al Qaeda and their goals, especially since the President has authorized arms for the Al Qaeda opperatives in Syria and has (and is) giving billions in aid to the Muslim Brotherhood from whom 'Al Qaeda' sprang. Zawahiri, the current leader of Al Qaeda, was a member of the Muslim brotherhood long before he headed up Al Qaeda along with Osama Bin Laden. My father, who fought in 3 wars, WWII, Korea, and Vietnam would be rolling over in his grave. I am glad he is dead and buried in Arlington so he cannot see how far the United States Military has fallen.

As a veteran of the 101 2and 3 of 506, Lt. was in a war zone, rules of engagment are in effect, The Gen. knows this do the right thing.

Send our men and women. Home free the LT

this is completely out rages, what is our government doing to our boys that are fighting for freedom. It seems with the way that they are prosecuting our soldiers when they are taught to go out and kill the enemy is completely ridiculous. Stop the government from destroying our country and our soldiers

How is it possible to take the part of a known terrorist against that of a combat proven soldier and deny the counsel for his defense any evidence or testimony that could help him? If you can't fight to win, and especially if the war involves terrorists, then get out, or better yet, don't go in. There is no such thing as a 'clean' war. Terrorists by definition do not observe any aspects of international rules of war and therefore are not entitled to any of its benefits.

I really don't believe this. This is injustice. If this young man was killed by the other man, while he tried to defend himself the enemy would have been rejoicing. It is very discouraging to see our young men and women go to war, risking their lives and be punished in self defense. Any blind person can see: the evidence is in front of our eyes. We want to pretend, justice has been served. Of course, the enemy is rejoicing. For all that I have been reading, it seems as if it does not pay to serve or sacrifice your life for your country anymore. We seem to be on the enemies side, we send them thousands of dollars, planes, train them, And they turn around and kill our soldiers. (The ones called to defend and protect us.). I don't get it. WhaT IS Justice????

Sacrifice on the altar of political correctness. Appalling lack of justice. Retrial at the least; release and expunge from record would be best!

This is unbelieveable. Young men give up their own goals of college and civilian life to SERVE where their lives are at risk and THIS is how they are rewarded??? Any young men/women I know that are thinking of the military, I will refer this story to, including my own son, who I discouraged from going into the AF. Am I ever glad. What an OUTRAGEOUS DISGRACE. SHAME ON THE MILITARY PERSONNAL THAT SENT HIM TO PRISON.

Please stop the senseless imprisonment of 1st. Lieutenant Michael Behenna. I thank God that this family will not give up on it's pursuit of justice. The death of the Al Qa’ida operative and terrorist Ali Mansur, was justified. A panel of non combat officers have no right to have the final word on this case, clearly this is a mistrial and Dr. McDonell's findings should be heard as evidence

Al Qaeda is using the humanity of our civilian legal system to be applied to militant Operatives, intent on destroying the United States and its military. You're giving our enemies civil rights which they do not deserve because they are not US citizens. Doing this while depriving an outstanding military hero of his rights in the court room, is a gross miscarriage of justice. Please revisit this case with a new perspective that will be there in the eyes of all Americans Thank you

Why was this lt. orderd to take this enemy combatant home? are our soldiers having to run a taxi service? and did anyone question the interpreter that was there?

It is a sorry day for the American people. I will contact my representatives and senators. I cannot help but wonder if they will hear a word any of us says. We have few who are with us it seems and they are maligned. I've learned to trust those who are maligned, vilified, marginalized etc by media and political "leadership." I will send a request for them to intervene on Michael Behenna's behalf and hope they have enough heart in them to respond appropriately. We must not take these attacks on American culture and our honorable men and women any more. It has gone far away out of line and for too long allowed to continue. I am sorry this is happening to Michael. Terribly so. Colleen an American-American

This displays a total lack of respect for our soldiers who are fighting for our country. To be tried much less convicted of doing what he had been trained for is unacceptable behavior by the government he fought so honorably for.Our prayers are with you. Let our soldiers fight or bring them home.

I am totally disgusted at what I have read above. This is a young man that has served his country with distinction and was faced with having to make a micro second decision which resulted in the death of a known terrorist and not an innocent bystander. I am not sorry for the terrorist but I am extremely sorry for this young man who has been turned into a victim possibly for politically correct reasons. When my daughter joined the Police I told her that if she was in a tight spot she should shoot. I would rather visit her in prison every week then once a month in the cemetery. This young man deserves the support of the whole country in his fight to win his freedom and I wish him every success. As somebody who lives in Israel I am very familiar with terrorists and their cold blooded acts of meyham.

Words can not express how angry I am over this crime the US government is Commiting against Lt Behenna. Please know I am writing my Representatives On his behalf to express my disgust and ask for their help in getting his release. My prayers are with him and his Family! Stay Strong!

Yes, I totally agree, they need to leave our soldiers alone that's fighting to keep our nation FREE!!!!!I'm praying for them!

I received this message below after I contacted Leon at WFIR. " TO: All WFIR Members and Supporters: This story needs to get out to everyone including your family, friends, relatives, neighbors and co workers. MILITARY PROSECUTORS WITHHOLD EVIDENCE; ARMY RANGER GOES TO PRISON FOR 25 YEARS FOR SHOOTING AL QAEDA OPERATIVE I urge you to contact Senators Murray, Cantwell and your U.S. Representative and ask them to intervene in and review this case and push to have the U.S. Supreme Court review and overturn this miscarriage of justice. Lt. Behenna fought for us now let’s fight for him and for Justice. Leon

Please release this hero and let him return to his family where he belongs. Why does the American government protect everyone except for their own!!! He put his life on the line and is rewarded by being jailed. Outrageous. There needs to be more media attention. Pass this on to movie producers that aren't puppets and show the world how we do not protect our soldiers. Release him.

What is wrong with our justice system when we incarcerate our military for defending us? You need to do what is right. We are all accountable for our actions. How should be given a medal not incarcerated. But in our country we do not take care of our own which is why 911 happened in the first place. Release him do what is right.

LT Behenna was just doing his job and does not deserve to be in jail. Anyone would defend themselves or those they selve with unless of course they have a death wish. Please release this man so he may go back to his family. This is the kind of man I would want serving with me or any family member.

Based on the narrative provided above, its appears a miscarriage of justice has occurred.

I am so G**damned sick of politics and this "Politically Correct" idiocy i could scream! This man knows more about Honor, Integrity, and the Constitution than the idiots who sent him there. You gonna start a War then by God go in with the intention of winning or stay ta hell out! Politics be DAMNED! Enough is Enough! K Co. 75th. Rgr Rgmt. 4th Inf. (70-71)

What a travesty!

Remember...you called on him...HE didn't call on YOU!

Another miscarriage of justice brought about by an Army crazed by fear of doing the right thing for political correctness. This is an outrage, why dont Dr. McDonell go public with his findings I am sure that their are people like Bill O'Rielly and Sean Hannity would make his testamoney public on the air waves. if there is to be justice here all stops have to be pulled out. I would even recommend that His parents get busy with calling attention to this travesty by calling radio talk shows Finally its to bad we dont have a Commander In Chief with courage to correct wrongs.

My dearest friend I also am a combat vet Vietnam and my heart And prayer are for freedom for you LT. Sir I. Will share with alot of Veterans your story my prayers are For you and your action You took to save your.men while under fire. Sir you are a hero!! May God set you free! The Lord will fight. For you Sir! God bless you Sir

The sentencing of this Army officer is a miscarriage of justice.If the facts are true as I have read them,perhaps the so-called officers who served on the panel are the ones who should be incarcerated.The military judge in this case is obviously a supporter of anti-American terrorists and he should be stripped of rank and given a dishonorable discharge.

Here we have a Muslim who lied about being an American, never born here and was put in office as our President. Very troubling, to say the least. and the Lt. is put in jail for killing a combatant What sick people thought that up?

Please forward information concerning Lt Behenna. Documents / Petitions etc. Thank you Dan Rowan

We need to expose this in order to create enough public pressure to have all convictions thrown out, not a new trial, but immediate release from prison, and it is disgraceful to not go to the media with this. We need to petition to have the competency of the JAG who prosecuted him questioned and to expose and humiliate the JAG or panel who put him behind bars.

What an absolute outrage that this man's life is ruined. Those prosecutors have brought shame on themselves and my country. May they burn in HELL.

This is a great injustice in the handling of Lt. Michael Behenna. How could, Mansur, a murderer of two of our soldiers and injuring two more be released in the first place. Mansur's goal was to kill Lt. Behenna. That's obvious. Self defense made sense on the part of Lt. Behenna when he was about to lose his weapon. Why isn't the evidence of Dr. Herbert MacDonnell kept in this trial? This is no way to treat a dedicated soldier with many years in the service of our country. He needs to be released immediately.

This didn't seem to be a fair trial or judgement. Can someone objective look into this? How could he be guilty if it was self defense?

An absolute miscarriage of justice. Why is this officer being treated this way? He should be given a medal for killing Mansur. It is probable that Army Intelligence was using Mansur as a source and that's why they wanted him released, but that does not justify putting Lt. Behenna in jail for defending himself.

The O'Bama Whitehouse at work.Major Hassan was not labeled for what he is, a muslim terrorist who conducted a terrorist attack. All mention of "muslim terrorism" has been removed from military manuals because the Prez feels it is too offensive to muslims, who follow a book called the Koran, which demands that all muslims kill all non muslims.

Please release this soldier, he already served, suffered by loosing his brothers in combat and served time already, thank you and may God Bless the USA

Please release the man from prison and give him a metal.

MR. OBAMA DIDN'T OSAMA BIN LADEN SURRENDER WITH HIS HANDS OVER HIS HEAD AND YOU ORDERED THE SEALS TO KILL HIM ANYWAY, HMMM WAIT A FUCKEN MINUTE? "The prison charges $0.40 per minute for phone calls" that's funny the terrorists at Guantanamo Bay that conspired to blow up the WTC get free skype.

He is a hero and this is disgusting what our government is doing to him...I am sad and sorry to be part of this "regime"...love my country but sickened by what is happening to him and others

LT Behenna should be released on bond or whatever until Dr. Herbert MacDonell is allowed to testify on his behalf. That Dr. Herbert MacDonell has not been allowed to testify is a miscarriage of justice in ANY court of law. That he has not been allowed to testify hangs a cloud of injustice over this case. There are far too many cases where our military hero's are persecuted on behalf of the current incompetent administration, most of congress as well as the senate who put our enemies above our troops. Capt. Ed Hayes (ret) FNCIC Administrator Victims of Illegal Alien Crimes Memorial Director www.fncic-voiacm.org email @ americanpatriots@sbcglobal.net Administrator of Constitutional Sheriff's Project a supporter of our troops unlike many others! 913 620 0771

You have got to be kidding! This is what we went over there for - he was doing his duty and FOR HIS UNGRATEFUL COUNTRY.

Dear Scott and Viki, I received this morning a wonderful letter from a retired Military friend. He has contacted many of his friends asking them to help your Son Michael. And I included all the names he sent to contact in my message I forwarded to you by Email this morning. Here is Larry Breazeale's message. Hope you got that message with the contacts in it. Scott, your situation regarding your Marine son's issue , I will refer your contact info to fellow NVC vets , other Marines and, fellow military friends of mine, who might be able to answer your questions or give you some direction or resources. My friend Noel Furniss is a leader with the Marine Corps League in Big Bear City, California. Try him first. Note: their e-mails above. Good luck. Larry Breazeale, Msgt.,USAF (ret.) Sent from my iPhone=

This is an outrage. He is a hero not a criminal. I am so ashamed I voted for Obama.

This is just one more example of the miscarriage of justice that is given our military men!! With holding positive testimony is a crime in itself. It should also only be men who have served in combat to judge a soldier who has been serving in a combat zone! This is just more examples of screw ups of the "higher ups" in the military.

Dear Mr. & Mrs. Behenna, I contacted the Bill Handel Show on KFI in Los Angeles, Ca. And his producer Michelle Kube replied back to me and said: "we'll check into the story...appreciate you giving us a heads up." So now we wait for the Bill Handel show producer's reply to me. As soon as I receive one I will contact you. Bill Handel has two shows, one Handel On The Law were people call in to his show for FREE legal advise. And the main show where Bill discusses the latest news happenings. Lets hope and Pray they have you as a guest to call in on their toll free number to the show. I Emailed you a copy of what I sent to Michelle Kube Bill's show producer. Michelle Kube Producer Bill Handel Show KFI 640 More Stimulating Talk Radio On air: Weekdays 5 - 9 a.m. Call / Text: 1-800-520-1KFI / 640640 ----------------------------------------------- Email: bill@kfi640.com Facebook: Become a Friend Twitter: Follow Me Youtube: Watch Handel on the Law (Marginal Legal Advice) Saturdays 6 - 11 a.m.

Michael, I stand beside you in your fight for freedom. My heart breaks for you and your family, and if I could open those doors for you, I would. Thank you for your service to our country, to our God, and for me.

Michael,you are in our thoughts,be strong,you fought for the right thing,the War against Terror.May GOD bless you and your family.Greatings from Holland

This is Ridiculous to say the least. This Ranger should be pardoned..Not paroled.. Pardoned and either be reinstated or sent home cleared of all charges this is a MAJOR foul up..!

this is really sad. would like to pay these prosecutors a visit.

Mr. and Mrs. Behenna, I have contacted a radio show host and he would like to do a story on this. So please contact host Dave Hodges of the Common Sence Show. The Common Sense Show airing on The Republic Broadcasting Network. Web: www.thecommonsenseshow.com Sunday's 9PM-Midnight Central. Call in number: 1-800-313-9443 and To set up an appointment or give the host more information Email: davehodges@thecommonsenseshow.com

This is such a tragedy! My heart breaks for this young soldier and his family. What has happened to justice?

This man fought for our freedom, knowing he could very well lose his life doing so, this in my opinion, is the bravest, most selfless example of patriotism and love for ones country. It hurts and deeply troubles me that so many of our brave soldiers, heroes of our country give their lives so willingly only to be imprisoned for doing their duty. If this travesty of justice does not stop, I fear for the future of this country. Please do the right thing by this soldier and all soldiers who are in the same circumstances that he is in. I was shocked to learn just how many of our servicemen and women, and their families are facing prison time for simply doing their job.

As stated, these facts show he was set up. Our men and women have put their lives on the line to protect this country. They stand proud with their backs towards this country to fight and defend us against our enemies. It is a shame that it is proving more and more, they need to have the brothers and sisters in arms guarding their backs too, lest they be stabbed in the back by Uncle Sam. It is a shame. To the 1L Behenna and his family, thank you for all your sacrifice. My family will continue to pray for you and your family. Just remember - God will prevail over this evil!

Why are AMERICA'S SOLDIERS being punished for doing a job they are trained to do? This man does not deserve this! Our military did not ask for this war, they were sent to fight in it! How can u justify this as murder?! Would our military from prior wars be locked up like animals by the government who sent them to these countries to fight?! NO! Why are you doing this!?!?!? Our government has more respect for terrorists and terrorism then they do for our men and women fighting this never ending war! Please stop sentencing our men and woman that risk their lives to save YOURS!!!!!!!

This is not fair by any means..we defend this country just so that they can throw us under the bus when they want? Everything stated implies he was set up. I hope to hear of his release soon. Sorry for the loss

When will the Army leadership stop bending before the terrorist’s agenda and treat our Soldiers with the dignity and justice they deserve? This "Armchair Quarterbacking" of actions on the battlefield should be tempered with understanding of the battlefiled conditions. It is obvious from the jury selection that LT Behenna did not get a Jury of his peers and deserves a re-trial as a minimum. Why are the actions of lower ranking Soldiers scrutinized and punished while higher ranking officials, to include the President, allowed to go unchecked. Is the President not guilty of this same crime by using drone strikes? Or, are his lawyers from the government so it is not murder if government lawyers say it is not murder? Sincerely, Greg d’Arbonne LTC (Ret), US Army

When I first heard of this back in 2009 and the DEFEND MICHAEL website went up, I donated to Michael's defense and received the wristband. It is now, February 2012, and I am still wearing the wristband. In fact, I have never taken it off. Salute, Michael, Rangers lead the way, man.

God Bless your son. Our goverment has failed him.

This is another great injustice carried out by the Oboma administration. He needs to be impeached.

Michael you are one of our greatest heroes. Once again it proves that our enemies get treated better than our brave soldiers. I would doubt that any of the board people involved in hearings on Michael have spent even one minute in a combat zone. They are the scum of the military.

Lt, I am a retired Army SNCO and it's an absolute tragedy that you are in this position. It's sad to say but the officers hearing your case evidently wouldn't go to the lengths you did to protect the lives of their men if they were in the same position. You did the right thing to try to protect your men. Stay Strong, Don Shunk SFC, USA (Retired)

God moves in His time and for His own purposes. I think there will be a lot of good to come out of this for those we cannot imagine yet, when Michael is freed. Trust in the Lord. Michael, we pray for u everyday for your strength to carry on through this ridiculous sharade. America loves u and thanks u!

This So called President has no use for the US military and will back the Muslims to the hilt. This man is a true patroit, and I thank him for his service.

What are these Obamacrats thinking?!?! They are poisoning a young man's outlook on Life. Go from dedicated Soldier to resenting the Military and the Establishment. Way to go Army.

For whom are we fighting?

i say resign come home and screw the government. if they want to treat our military men and women this way then they should not have the protection that our hero's bring to them..bring them home and let them fight with us. the people to make this right.. our government is out of control and dont deserve the seats they sit in...

what has our country come to...oh yah thats right the more money the more power..even if that means we lock up our soldiers. when are we going to start doing something about this crap. what will it take for us as Americans to say this is enough this will not happen anymore...our government is not supposed to make decisions like this it is supposed to be for the people not against us...what they have done here is completely shameful..we may as well tell the world to come on over and just destroy us and dont worry about anyone killing you or standing up against you because of they do we will just put them in prison for it...no way should this happen no way should this man be locked up for protecting this country and her people..Our government sent these men and women over there and now they are being punished for doing the job they were sent over there to do...what a shame...let this man go and all the other men and women that have been persicuted for protecting our country...

Please send my request for a review of this incident.I am x-Navy and a Vietnam Vet. 1966 to 1970. The army can surely convict this kid ......what about the Army Major Nidal Malik Hasan that shot 10 or so Americans at Ft Hood.....where is a legitament trial? Tony Vorias

As a us marine I have to say im speechless. Please contact me. I need to help. The prosecuters should be charged with TREASON and sentenced accordingly!!!!!!!!!!

This is great miscarriage of justice. This is a brave mam. Let him go home......

Since I am not home alot I really appreciate the updates's on this Soldier and your Son's progress or lack there of on his illegal action.I am disgusted with this last descion and have written,once again several members in the Senate and House concerning this young HERO.I will not rest untill,Lt.M. Behenna has been freed from this CYA action the US Army has taken against this young Soldier.God Bless him and His family.They are all in my prayers,but now is the time to approach this case a little differantly for me.I have been writting to local,State and major MSM papers also to make the somewhat lazy folks of this land aware of this case and have shared this website with many other of my fellow Marines of High rank,both active and in retirement.We WILL all keep the pressure on several sub-commitees in DC.This whole thing smells of corruption at the highest order.No more Mr. Nice guy. GOD Bless, S.S.Bradley Sanford (Ret)

This is an incomprehensible injustice. From this account it appears that the prosecutors and judges in this case have ignored basic values, have acted with insufficient regard to facts, and have grossly mistreated someone who has served and sacrificed for his country. We can only hope that the petition to the Supreme Court leads to the eventual and speedy restoration of Lt. Behenna's freedom and good name.

War is war,and our enemies are still our enemies,how could intel let mansur go??? It happened in the theater of war let him go and restore him back to full duty!!!

What if someone made a whitehouse.org petition for him? Because that is straight up horseshit to me. Somebody apparently didn't like him and wanted him hidden away. fuck that.

Just wrote to Congressman Lankford and Senators Inhoffe and Coburn to Congressman Lankford: "I'm writing to appeal to Congressman Lankford to seek a path to a Presidential commutation for Lt. Behenna. It is a travesty of justice for military prosecutors to have withheld evidence in the case of Lt. Behenna shooting an Al Qaeda operative (Thought to be responsible for planning an attack on Behenna's platoon which resulted the death of two troops and two others injured) in self defense. The Clemency board has just rejected his pleas for clemency again." You're not forgotten.

Its a well known fact, that regardless of what we want to believe about our government, the ones in charge are becoming more corrupt than ever before, they put themselfs above the law of our land, its like they are run away trains, out of control. They will pay, its just a matter of time. Micheal will get his freedom one way or the other, we won't forget you, not like the ones in charge have. You belong to the people of the United States of America, and we won't forget you and what you have sacrificed for our freedom's we exercise everyday. My Son is also in the Army and in harms way, he has been done wrong several times, but I tell him to hang in there, as their are all types in the system, not all have a bit of sense and show it each and everyday. I wish I could take your place in Leavenworth, just so you could enjoy your freedom, just like I do because of guys just like you. God will be with you, I know this forsure, don't forget this as he will get you thru this, no man of earth can hold you down forever.

This is not justice. Why is 1stLt.Michael Behenna being punished for shooting a known terrorist? If the terrorist had gotten the Lieutenants gun,shot & killed him,Whos Fault Would That Have Been??? We Need to look at the evidence again,& Free Lt.Behenna. Is some one higher up trying to hide something?

LET HIM GO!!!!! Those who are holding him are a disgrace to our country...

This man needs to receive a medal and instead we are giving him a prison sentence? How can we expect the men and women of this country to serve and protect us and our liberty if we turn our backs on them in the service of their country? This man is a hero for ridding the world of a terrorist who given half the chance would have killed as many americans as he could.Free Lt. Michael Behenna and give him back his dignity and his faith in his country

What the hell is the government thinking? They send us off to war and when we do our job, they arrest and detain us. Why the hell should we serve you to begin with?

I can not believe that this man is serving time for defending his life. What kind of people would sentence him to jail knowing that a expert gave his conclusion on the matter. The man did this in self defense. Why would we condemn a man for defending his life when it is in danger. My goodness the Anthony girl killed her daughter and as much evidence as there was she was set free and now this man that defended his life and not to mention that this terrorist had already killed other people gets put in prison. Wake up people what are you thinking. The prosecution sent Dr. MacDowell home after he told them that the man went after this mans gun. Is it not enough that the terrorist had already killed other innocent people and now you are punishing a man from saving his own life. I am sorry but this is so wrong. What side is the prosecution on. It seems they are defending a murderer. This is wrong!!

what an absolute disgrace. a man has put his life on the line for his country and his superiors have hung him out to dry.

Oh My God, my heart sank when I read the news. I thought for sure it would of been good news. I am so sorry. It's too hard to believe that all of you have to suffer through another year of hoping and not knowing. You are very strong and even through this news you remain very strong. Please stay strong and don't give up. I will write and send this on to whom I know and have to. Love and concern always. Roseanne

Michael, I have been following your story for quite some time and my heart goes out to you every time I receive an email as I did today, that reminds me that a brave soldier who should have the gratitude of our Nation, is spending another day away from his family. I forwarded your mom & dad's email today to hundreds of my contacts to ask them to write their congressmen and senators to seek a Presidential commutation or pardon. I will pray for your encouragement and your freedom. You have served us all with honor, and I am grateful to you. At the same time I am ashamed that the government that represents me has chosen a path of repressing the freedom of a man and soldier who fought to protect our way of life. And I mean it when I say...God bless you. (I am an acquaintance of Michael Leahy's Mother-in-law).

This is like shooting our soldiers for doing their job. 1st Lieutenant Behenna should be released immediately and compensated for the injustice done to him.

Tell us what we can do.

The guy was a terrorist and that right there gives him the right to die. They don't care about our rights or make sure they kill us humanely. The guy got what he deserved. Its a shame that our own government would put a hero behind bars for killing such a piece of shit.

If, and I mean if, the defense was denied any documents, testimony or other items favorable to the defense, it constitutes proecutorial missconduct and the LT. should be given a mistrial and charges be brought against prosecution.

If this happened the way you print.How come army intelligence didnt release the prison.This is the problem the military faces.They are soliders,not criminal investigators.This is horrible

As both of my brothers served in Viet Nam, as did my husband, I'm sure that all of our service men and women should be praised and protected by Our Country, not prosecuted by them. I am appauled by our country's treatment of this man.

As a former Infantryman and Iraq Veteran, I am immensely outraged and this happening to one of our boys. Share more information letting the public know what we can do to help get this patriot out of the shackles of government oppression. Because that is exactly what's going on here.

Based on what I have read here, it is difficult to understand how justice was served. It seems to me LT. Behanna has already received a severe punishment by having his integrity so questioned and being incarcerated. I hope that the entire matter is reviewed and resolved.

Now the military is doing Ceasars wishes to instead of protecting there own? That's why I got out in 68. Because you Garrison troopers couldn't handle combat vets & didn't want to learn from us. This man is innocent & you know it. Boot Lockers

We ask much of our military and they sacrifice much to keep us safe. This is beyond the pale. We are better than this or at least I thought we were. Prosecuting 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna for doing his job - what he was trained to do - is just plain wrong wrong! It is not easy to be on the pointy end of the sword defending freedom - our freedom - but these brave young men and women are there every day every hour for us... thank God! Our great country was made great by our heroic forefathers that took it upon themselves to risk all and they never failed to take the initiative that has given us the freedoms we ALL enjoy today. Today it seems that we reward those that expect to be coddled cradle to grave rather than reward those that take the initiative and sacrifice to make a better life for themselves, their families and all Americans. WAKE UP AMERICA we are better than this… WE DID build this great nation… let’s not abandon our greatness now!!!!

This soldier deserves a fair trial which it sounds like he never received. If only the two of them were there, we might never really know what happened, but shouldn't he be innocent until proven guilty? With the expert witness' testimony taken into consideration, it sure sounds as though he is telling the truth. My own son serves as a captain in our Army and if this is what can happen to him, I hope he soon leaves his commission.

This is unacceptable, how about a trial by his peers, men who have been in combat, and why was evidence withheld. Unacceptable. George Dillard, RLTW!!!

Please release this American soldier, he has sacrificed enough! This is a shame!

At first as I read this article I thought, you know spooks do tend to do some weird stuff, maybe they had reached a deal with Mansur so he could be an informant. None of us have need to know so none of us would know. But knowing that, I still had a hard time justifying the 25 years awarded to 1LT Behenna. Then as I continued to read I started to get mad, the prosecution had an expert who told them, in private, exactly what 1LT Behenna testified to the day afterwards. Then they refused to share their evidence with the defense even after their expert told the defense he would have been an excellent witness for them. Something stinks here and it's not Behenna.

This is wrong! How can you expect our military to do their job without fear of injustices like this. He needs to be freed immediately. Mary Savage

What is going on in our military today? All this, as far as many of us are concerned, should be favored to our side 60/40 to say the least. The Governemnt is working our military to the very edge. It must stop.

He should be given a second chance, be it right or wrong. After all he did alot of credits/ merits for the Country.

This is total bs. This soldier should not be in any jail. He was doing his duty. This is like Mai Lai all over again. Let's free 1Lt Behenna.

what is this country coming to.when they imprison our soldiers for doing. what they where called to do.this is a great injustice. free him at once!!!!!

Keep fighting brother, please know that others out their are with you and will continue to fight for you until you are free. GodSpeed!

Libertad para miTENIENTE.

I am extremely angry to hear yet another story about one of our brave soldiers being thrown under the bus by our screwed up government. We should do any thing we can to stand behind this man.We are giving too many rights to these EVIL terrorists rather than giving them to the soldiers who deserve them. GOD BLESS YOU LT.BEHENNA! You are in our prayers!

He is a true American hero he & his family have been through enough. RELEASE HIM. Last I looked this was still America (so far)

I am not a US citizen, so I don't think there is much point in me writing to the President or any other elected representatives. But one thing I will do is pray that Michael is released. To me, this is an absolute travesty. Ross Petersen

It is too bad the current administration gives murdering terrorists more sympathy and leeway than they give our own soldiers. Hopefully there is someone who has the ball to stand up and right this wrong. However the damage has been done and I'm sure this soldier has a different view of our country than he had previously!

That is the problem, ARMY INTELLIGENCE, CLOWNS, NON-AMERICANS, bunch of COMMIES, or ACLU want to be's.

medal

He should be given a metal. No wonder this country is so screwed uo!

Happy to sign this petition! Being this soldier home!!!

this is terrible he is risking his life for america and now he is in prison for killing a terrorist he needs to be with his family wheres the justice

It is outrageous that brave defenders of our freedom are subjected to different criteria than terrorists and drug runners. When one volunteers for the military service to his country, he/she is to be afforded the protection that they, in turn, provide to us (and at great sacrifice to themselves). Not one of Michael's prosecutors, or not one of those who decided his sentence could say without doubt that he was guilt of murder. If there was benefit of doubt, it had to be for Michael, because there was no doubt that Mansur was a murdering terrorist with no credibility. I demand that Michael be pardoned and his rights as an officer with honor be restored. Clearly, Michael was denied the benefit of an expert witness (Dr.MacDonell) in his defense. This case alone is reason for no young American to volunteer in defense of our country. Our allegiance is owed to those brave committed Americans who sacrifice so that we can live in freedom. We owe nothing to a known terrorist who would have killed Lt. Behenna in an instance. No one of us would have done differently that Lt. Michael Behenna. I demand that you see that he is honored for his service, not punished. Free him with a full pardon or at least with a new trial, allowing Dr. MacDonell to present expert testimony. Respectfully, June Gross

I have followed Michael's story and believe he should be released from prison. His punishment was too harsh.

this man is a soldier and a hero...he was sent to protect this country and her people...what he did was the right thing to do....he did the job that he was sent to do...he is not a danger to anyone and deserves to have his life back...please let this hero go home...

From what I just read there is an injustice here and from the beginning of this event. I have served in combat as a commander, nothing plays out as planned the unexpected always confronts you. Being judged by those who have not experienced the stress of combat and all it's inner trials is unheard. I can only wish Micheal justice,swiftly. John Cluett

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this just makes me sick that he has been thru this. the whole thing makes no sense as to why they want him in prison, to hide something... ? hang in there's michael ! this is just wrong what theyve done.

Michael, You are in our prayers. We are friends of Cody Roberts family. She was in your ROTC class at Central State. We pray the government will come to its senses and free you. We are proud of you and know you did WHAT HAD TO BE DONE. We wish you Godspeed and for the faith to endure.

This unfair trial is too typical of our American Courts. I have also been a victim of this corruption. Too many things like this are going on in America. Surely, the U.S. Supreme Court will overturn this serious act of corruption.

As someone whose husband fought for this country, and grandson is presently in Afghanistan,I have a great respect for the military. I believe that Lieutenant Michael Behenna should not be in prison, he is one of our many heroes who served, and are serving our country. God bless them all, and keep them safe!

Dear Michael....and family. I have followed the case through some time. I hope in my heart,that you will return home to Your loved ones ....very soon. Everyone should support the troops. You also have my support,here from denmark.

Mom,Dad and Michael are in my prayers every night. God Bless you All!

Great to hear the news that the Clemency and Parole Board had such a positive response to Brett's presentation. Praying for Michael to return home soon!

This is so unfair to this man. What would you have done?? You probably think you know but you were not where he was, you did not live what he was experiencing. Please free our hero.

LT Michael Behenna, I've been praying for you over the years and I know in my heart God is getting ready to set you free.... I thank you for for your service and the patience you've shown over the time of many a long days...but, your day is coming...I trust my God to see you through this time and day you are free... Keep the faith...and God Speed... There is a great day coming!

Praying for Michael and all the soldiers who put their lives on the line daily.

This is a great injustice done to an American Hero.The wheels of justice turn unfairly when in incompetent hands as it sounds this was for sure. Men who have no combat experience have no business hearing such a case and not allowing evidence. It sounds like they wanted to further their careers by giving a popular verdict rather then a just verdict. Shame on them and make God have mercy on their pathetic souls and may God bless and Release Lt. Michael Behenna and restore him to the Honor he deserves.

Dear Mom and Dad, Please know that we are standing with you and if there is anything we can do, please just ask. I have not known about Michael's case for very long, but am now telling everyone I know. And I also sent my frst letter to Michale a few weeks ago. Will continue to write and stand with you all. Many prayers. Linda Null Raeford, NC

Hi Your younger son made such great points and arguments. I would be very proud of both my sons. It was nice to put a face to you and your son. My prayers are with you over the next two weeks. I always forward all your e-mails and I know there prayers are with you too. Can't wait for the good news!!!! Sincerely, Roseanne

We are fighting for you Michael...this is so far out of the realm of justice it makes me sick. You send soldiers to do a job and when they do they are now being punished for it??? I will not stand for this. My son is enlisted in the Army and you have all become my son's and daughter's. We will be here for you and we will fight until you are free!!!!

As a Poolee for the Marine Corps this disheartens me to hear about Behenna's story! Behenna deserves justice, and I sincerely hope he gets it!

This is totally assinine.

Is there an address where he can receive mail? 1LT Bertram USAR Atlanta

This is so sad. We as Americans will continue to fight for our rights and Michael's rights. All I have to say is look who our president is...he will never stand up for the rights of Americans and Congres is not any better. WE the People as stated in our constitution are the ones that need to stand up for our beliefs, our rights and not let the politicians or the government distroy our integrity and well being.

Clearly there are issues that need to be resolved here. I don't know what happened but I believe every soldier deserves the benefit of the doubt and clearly there is doubt as to what happened he needs another trial Dr MacDonell should be allowed to testifye as should the interpreter.

To all the powers that be: in your heart, you know what must be done. So, do the right thing & get this soldier out of prison. This is a travesty of the worst kind! The people that put him in prison, should be ashamed of themselves!

This is a military man trained in combat by our government for the protection of our freedom. So why does he have to endure pressure from our side. Isn't that the responsibility of the enemies? COME ON, let this soldier free.

This is a tragedy of the highest order. This young man served his country honorably and is being treated as a common criminal in spite of the evidence showing beyond a doubt that he acted in self defense. The United States Government owes this soldier a huge debt of gratitude..and a sincere apology. What a shame that this can happen in what's supposed to be the greatest nation on earth.

based on the information there seems to be a lack of evidence that proves there was evidence of premeditated murder.There must be indisputable evidence to convict.Just for a moment lets say hypothetically that the militant was killed by pretense.Are we not at war!Is this politically motivated for appeasement .Shame shame shame.

He has fought for this country so let him out. It's not right what is being done to him. He sacrificed his life for this country and now you want to hold him in prison for doing his job? It's wrong. Let him out!!!

He fought for our country now let him out. What is being done to him is very wrong.

This stinks!!!! Free our soldier!!!!!!!!!

Hello, I'm so sorry that he has been treated this way. Ashamed of themselves, is what the court officers should be. This is another reason why I got out of the Army. The leadership is ate up. Few and far between are the soldiers who are worthy of being one. May God bless all of you, and bring true justicand mercy to the courts, and the military.

This is NOT right and during war, everything used to be "all fair" what happened during a war". How can it be wrong to protect his platoon? How can it be pre-meditated murder, if so then the whole USA is guilty of that when they wage war against anyone! How is it considered Premeditated and murder during war time? And by an individual whose protecting his platoon? Arent they the enemy fighting the USA? Why is not that the USA is considered tyo be a Murderer when they kill in a war but a person is held responsible? Does not compute in my mind! Should it not be against the whole country then? I feel this guy was picked out and is being used as an consious scapegoat for whatever caused this to come about! This is not right to only keep one person responsible for killing any of the Alqueda group of terrorist! This is not right. Its downright foolish of Obama to allow this! Its war time, cant he even see it? Dam this foolish Government!

This is outrageous!!!! We have to get him out of there!!!

Put my name on the list that is willing to help to free LT Behenna. I was not able to join the full time military because of my hearing and my eye sight. There for I served my in the National Guard for over 22 years. So I will fight to get 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna free and demand justice for this American Hero

Lt. Behenna should not be charged with the death of his enemy and should be set free and with the Doctors support, it appears that the deck is stacked.

I an asking why are we in a war if you can not defend yourself.Please help this man and do the right thing and release him.Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family during this awful time

I really don't know what to say. I am so ashamed that this is happening to our soldiers after they have proudly and honorably defended our nation. I know of other instances, where our soldiers are being targeted by a military that is "restructuring". I am truly ashamed. I pray for Lt. Behenna's release and correction of this atrocious injustice.

He served his country that is sacrifice enough. Ivan still talks about piper.

This is an INJUSTICE.............Lt. Behenna MUST be releasted................

This is just so so wrong, how in the hell can they charge him with anything other than doing what he was sent there to do!!! DID THEY FORGET THAT HE RISKED HIS LIFE ON A DAILY BASES FOR OUR COUNTRY? GEEZZ WHAT IS WRONG WITH THIS COUNTRY. ANYONE MILITARY OR NOT WOULD OF DONE THE SAME THING!! YES GO GET THIS KNOWN TERRIOST AND SET HIM FREE AND THEN WHEN HE GOES AFTER YOU JUST LET HIM KILL YOU DON'T PROTECT YOURSELF. I SWEAR THIS COUNTRY IF THEY WOULD PAY MORE RESPECT TO IT'S CITIZENS MAYBE WE WOULD BE BETTER OFF. THERE FIRST PRIORITY IS WHAT THEY CAN DO FOR OTHER COUNTRIES AND THAT IS JUST WRONG. PLEASE RECONCIDER THIS DECISION AND SET THIS HERO FREE TO DO WHAT HE WAS TRAINED TO DO-PROTECT THE UNITED STATES!!

I hope he gets out, this is down right crazy for a soldier to be in prison For shooting any Al Qaeda! The government sucks!!!

In the name of Yeshua (Jesus), Yahweh, wipe the tears and sting of injustice off the faces of Michael, his family, & the thousands upon thousands who have been praying for this injustice reversed. You Lord, You are the author of freedom and we know You will provide it to Michael and all others being robbed of their freedom unjustly. The blood of thousands boils over Lord, and we cry out for You to free Michael. Thank You Lord Jesus, for You stand with us, You provide, You answer persistent prayer, You increase faith, You meet needs. We need Michael's freedom Lord. We need wrong set right. You will provide Father. We know it and expect it. Send 10,000 angels and many many thousands of people to help me continue to war spiritually. Evil and oppression and error are defeated by the power of Your name Lord Jesus. I bind up all strongmen enemies of the Lord in the name of Jesus, and leave them unable to act to harm or influence. May hearts and minds be open to truth. May the Holy Spirit be loosed into this situation. Thank You King of Kings and Lord of Lords, for we know we will witness Michael set free!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Blessed be the name of the Lord who hears our cries and meets our needs.

I pray that God is glorified through the righting of any justice in Lt. Behenna's prosecution, and that the full truth of what happened will exonerate him.

When his Country called 1st Lt. Michael Behenna answered our Country's call. Lt. Behenna and the other brave men of the L-10, did not hesitate to put their life in harms way for us, it is now we who must answer Lt. Behenna's (and the other L-10 members) call for help. These brave men have been thrown under the bus and have been forgotten by the same Country who they would lay their life down for. Please do what you can to help these brave Soldiers and Marine.

I used to respect the United States military... But this man was defending himself.And his country. He was doing what he trained for years to do. Why would our GOVT put him behind bars???There is more to this story than we the public will ever know.MY heart love and prayers to out to Michael and his entire circle of angles...Just remember this....GOD was watching..I will keep praying.Family and friends will keep their faith...In the end we will see who the REAL guility party is.

Prayers up for Michael's Parole Hearing on Thursday!!! The Army needs to right the wrong and release Michael. Slainte.

What a crime our government is committing against the very soldiers they send to defend our country and to defend us. Tell me if any one of them were in the same position-with life and limb being threatened by the "enemy" would they not also fire to protect themselves? We must stand with our soldiers and save their honor.

The reason Army intelligence ordered the release of the terrorist was that they were finished with him and they wished him to be dead. They knew he would attack who ever was put in charge of returning him. It was a set up.

this is how the stupid liberals operate. FREE THIS MAN and give him a medal for bravery! this just makes my blood boil, my son just retired from service after 20 years and i am so proud of him as i know you are of your son. GOD BLESS and we all will be praying for him!!

I second the motion to flood the prison that Michael doesn't belong with so many letters of support that it takes them days to sort just one day of Michael's mail. Enormous amounts of responses here that Michael is not allowed to read....headed to buy lots of envelopes and stamps...to send Michael our support and encouragement, and to join all of you out there in sending the military running not walking, to rectify this injustice. From the sign from the S.C. that they are very interested in Michael's case, to every last person God has called upon to continually pray, to give, to put time into getting Michael's story on air, radio, in the news, on millions of Facebook commentaries, and on countless other blogs to make this injustice known...God is behind You Michael!!!!!!!!!! For if He is with you, none can stand against you!!!! Praise God!!!!!!!!!!!

Praise the Lord who has heard our outraged cries over what is being done to Michael!!!!!!!!!!!! The Lord is beginning to move swiftly and mightily to put a stop to the outraging injustice against Michael and so many others!!!!!!!!!!! God is answering our prayers prayed in Jesus' name, and I know the Supreme Court will move forward to hear Michael's case barring military decision makers being wise and making the case an unhearable mute point by sending Michael home tomorrow!!!!!!! There is no injustice the Lord cannot avenge or end!!!!!!!!!!! Nothing is too hard for God!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Nothing!!!!!!!!! Thank you Lord!!!!!!!! Praise the Lord!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Blessed be Your name Lord Jesus!!!!!!! Hallelujah!!!!!!!!!!! Thank You Father!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Clearly the United States has forgotten who is the enemy is. I can not see from the information here that 1st Lt. Behenna did anything wrong. In fact it is what most military enlisted or officer would have done if faced with the same situation. As a Veteran I would have possibly done the same thing. Would I too then be unfairly imprisoned? I can not believe that our govt. would do such a thing as this. It is clearly another one of the military's "let us cover this up by throwing this officer in jail so that the of Al Qa’ida, our enemy, by the way, isn't upset." Clearly there was no "fair" trial, instead a mistrial with no possible re-trial. And the only witness was not even allowed to speak. Clearly there was no justice served this man, this officer, an American citizen.He was hopelessly railroaded to jail by our nation's government to appease the enemy. I honestly hope that someone in our nation's government will see that this is a mistake and let this man go free. Because clearly that's what has happened here is a mistake, and a big one. We people, your military are not the enemy, the Al Qa’ida and the terrorists are. I think the United States Government has the wrong man in this case and this officer, a United States Army officer,an American, not our enemy needs to be released.

I have listed Michael Behenna website on my facebook - www.facebook.com/ionajuman I would like for this to get more visibility and the attention Michael Behenna deserve. It is going out to anyone I know.

I support Michael Behenna

Mr and Mrs. Behenna: Your son is an American hero. It is shameful this govt. has your son in jail. I call for everyone to let all their friends know about Michael's case. Please stay strong, we are with you. Mike M.

And Obama can kill an American citizen with missle strikes and any time and any place he pleases. The world is turning upside down!

What an outrage! Free this man. This is a blatant miscarriage of justice.

Free our Freedom Fighter!!!!

This is an outrage, our men and women go to another country to protect us for terrorist and our own government puts them in jail. War is war and if the shoe was on the other foot, they would have torture our soldier and drag their body through there streets and televise the act. I love our military people and I am behind them and Lt. Behenna 100%. I Pray for our Military who are fighting for our freedom and for the soldiers who are in prison for protecting our country.

I have read some real life stories of individuals literally destroyed, not unlike Michael. None ever found out who or why but all beat the system eventually. I have been threatened with destruction over a paper I wrote for the DIA. I rewrote the paper, leaving the details out that the State Department found inconvenient. Government uses this power of individual destruction many inexcusable ways. Keep digging, praying, socking the truth to them. Eventually Michael will be released. Probably not until the public embarrassment of keeping him reaches an unknown level. Continued public pressure is required. I accept my part in this now.

The way our courts treat our American men/soldiers who fight for ALL of us is appalling. I hope to God that Michael is at least documenting every injustice bestowed on him....so at the least he can turn a negative into a positive by writing a book about this insanity he is going through. More prayers to you Michael....thank you for fighting for me & my freedom. Rick Hill.

Hi Mr. & Mrs. Behenna Wow, after reading your letter I got chills. This could really be the long overdue break you and all of us concerned have been waiting for. I will pray for you and your son that you get the justice you deserve. This government of ours that we presently have needs to start showing some respect for our men and women oversees and start caring more about our rights as Americans. I have a good feeling that that is what will happen. All my respect Roseanne Pellegrini

It is an honor to stand next to Michael and demand justice. I am proud of him. We are at war and Michael did exactly what anyone would have done in his circumstances, even the JAG officer's. Michael deserves a medal. Give him his justified freedom. Set him free to return home. He is an American hero. I would like to meet Michael, shake his hand, thank him for a job well done. Stay strong Michael, keep the faith.

When will we learn it is not ok for them to be shot while our boys are out there being killed on a daily basis?

I'll only stop wearing your son's bracelet the day he is freed from this enormous miscarriage of justice. God bless you and your son for his inordinate sacrifice and suffering for his country. You can't print what I want for those who did this to your family. God Bless You and Michael! Fight On! We're all with you. Nick

Forr God sakes free this man he and his family and friends have suffered enough.

We have been following Michael's case from the beginning. We are requesting his release from prison, with time served, as his only punishment. He has been a positive influence while incarcerated and is not a threat to society. He should be allowed to get on with his life, following his service to his country. He is a true hero and should be treated as such!

Michael needs to be set free immediately. He was defending our country.

1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna should be set free for doing his duty. He swore to defend this country against all enemies foreign and domestic. It appears that his enemies are both foreign (Al Qaeda) and domestic (U.S. Government) What is he supposed to do. If killing these terrorist bastards is not our purpose for being there, then what is our purpose for being there?

I've been following for a few years. Words cannot express the disgust I feel about the shabby treatment of Michael by are own Military. It's beyond disgraceful. Another contribution is on the way.

Keep fighting!!

I AM EMAILING EVERYONE I KNOW

Let me know if there is any way that I can help just let me know. We must get real justice for this american hero. Is this the way we treat our heros who have risked their lives for our freedom. Jerry

I am appauled at the treatment of our soldiers by the people who should be defending them as they defend us in foriegn lands. Our government is loyal to the people that would love to kill us all in our sleep but not loyal to the people who give up thier lives to defend us. Shame on the fat asses in Washington.

This is wrong he should have never been found guilty of anything he did what he was suppost to do defend his brothers and sisters and fight for all of our freedom!!!!

lets get him out.

Please bring this to the attention of Bill OReilly, FOX news, Donald Trump, the Washington Post etc. we need aggressive MEDIA EXPOSURE.

I'd be reluctant to serve today. Afraid of being damaged by some political hack's agenda.

Start a petition put it on facebook and lots of people will share it. a lot ot our special forces seem to be gotten out of the way some of them in suspicious circustances especially the snipers. the obummer our so called president is getting them all removed one way or another. he seems intent on taking over our country for his muslim people. the sad part is he is not really eligible to be president and congress just sits on their laurels doing nothing. contacl rand paul he is on our side he may be able to help

This is a terrible situation for Lt. Behenna. He was doing his job, simple as that. He did the world a favor as well. He should have never been put on trial, but given a medal instead.

Its wrong that a man that is defending himself and his country gets jail time. Just wrong

How does something like this happen? When I hear stories like this it just re-enforces my belief that our system and government has failed. Michael is (in my mind and I'm sure many others) a true american hero and I commend him for what he did. It is hard for me to fathom the fact that this ridiculous trial even took place and even harder to believe that he has been convicted! He has been betrayed by the very country he fought to protect. I am sickened, saddened and ashamed to see that this can happen in the country I was taught to love and I am deeply sorry for his family. He needs to be released IMMEDIATELY!, and the people responsible for his prosecution need to be relieved from duty. This is a complete outrage! and the entire country needs to hear about this, I will do my part to help spread the word. Steve B Louisville Ky

I will certainly pray for this. God is still the Creator and creator of miracles....Be strong loved ones...

I read this and was shocked. I am a veteran as well and I would love to help bring this to the public eye in any way I can. Please let me know if I can help in anyway. Thanks and GOD bless, -Travis

LOOKS LIKE THE PEOPLE IN CHARGE ARE STILL TREATING THEIR SERVICEMEN LIKE SHIT JUST LIKE WHEN WE GOT BACK FROM THE NAM.PAY ME A PENNY APIECE AND I WILL PUT A BULLET IN EVERYONE OF THOSE MUSLEM MOTHER FUCKERS.OUR HIGHER UPS ARE ON THE WRONG SIDE.

This is so Wrong Keep your chin up LT Good always prevails

LT. Behenna, I was shocked, outraged, and just couldn't believe it when I read your story on WND.com. It is so obvious that you are the victim of a purely "politically correct" verdit. Michael, I just found out about you, but I will do all I can to make your situation known and plead your case until justice prevails. May the peace of our Lord's grace be with you and comfort you during this time.

Please release this soldier who was fighting to defend his men and his country.

I have always supported Lt. Behenna in his legal difficulties foisted upon him by his prosecutors, with regard to Al Qaeda terrorist, Mansur. Bruno F. Cilione VET&TEAPARTYPATRIOT

As American Citizens it's issues like this that cause us to doubt the Government and it's ability to think with any wisdom or common sense. I don't know all the facts and evidence in this case. But the fact that we do know that Ali Mansur was a known Al Qa’ida operative and terrorist and died at war is no grounds from my perspective to punish an honorable American Lieutenant. The exculpatory evidence should be made public if their is any. Otherwise Lt. Behenna should be restored and released from Prison.

This is a very sad situation that you are facing. Perhaps even more sad is that the whole military establishment seems to be against you. Please try to stay strong and I will pray for you sir.

Was he tried in federal court? How do they have jurisdiction over military court? How is the government able to find 12 idiots for a jury that would find this hero guilty. Disgraceful

May God Bless your son, you, your love and devotion to him. I pray that God will provide His justice for your son and do so in the eyes of all to see. Roger

Once again the government is supporting the enemy and NOT our military men and women. Lieutenant Behenna should be supported NOT prosecuted! He's a hero NOT a murderer!

What a miscarriage of justice! It seems the courts (in this case) had an agenda and without all the evidence convicted 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna of premeditated murder.

I think the Lt. was improperly tried in a Kangarro Court, where an important issue for his defence was witheld from hiscourt session. Information from Dr. MacDonnell would have made a different decision by the court, but the prosecution would not allow him to testify. So to me and anyone else to hear this it is called a "Kangaroo Court". Whatever happened to "Innocent Until Proven Guilty". This man has all the rights to an honest and fair trial, let all of his defence be heard. Then make a decision on ALL OF THE INFORMATION AVAILABLE. Don't just let the prosecuter close the door on important information from being admitted into a court of law. Is this the way our country treats our veterans?

Michael Behenna and his family are doing the right thing, seeking supreme justice from the nations's Supreme Court. It appears that the lower court systems exercised PC (Public Cowardice = political correctness)to render it's absurd decisions. American history is full of common folks overcoming desparate challenges (Pilgrims first year, Washington and the Revolution, D-Day Landing, etc.). Kudos to Michael Behenna, Terry Larkin and all the other servicemen who strive to serve honorably under a counterfeit President, Obama. 1 LT Jonathan Mooers (US Army Corps of Engineers, Ret.)

this should recieve more attention. new trial !

This is not justice. Is this America or is this USSA?

This completely a slap in the face to all those that have worn and are wearing any US military uniform. First to have to suddenly release the terrorist, with our rhyme or reason, then after a commissioned officer tells you that he was defending himself, the main prosecution witness agrees with the defendant and you still find him GUILTY????? How dare they, ( the military panel ) should completely ashamed of themselves. How on earth can they sleep, knowing that they sentenced a fellow soldier and officer of a crime he CLEARLY did not commit. They should in jail and reduced to pv1's. I truly hope the Lt's case gets seen soon and is over turned and is fully restored to his level of duty, plus back pay and possible promotions given, along with THT back pay... GIVEM HELL SIR..... SHAME ON THE 101st for putting this Lt thru all of this, along with his family...

You are a hero Michael. Your in our prayers

thank you so much for your service Michael i can not believe how shitty our own country treats someone that fought for our freedom. thank you so much for your service and I hope that someday soon you will be free because you did nothing wrong at all. God bless and Thank you so much for your service!

At face value I don't see any evidence that would justify a guilty verdict. None in fact + I've read about the case on a number of web + news sites. I don't believe the the jury selected had ANY people who could be thought of as his peers, unless you have been in combat you cannot imagine or understand what its like, watching The Longest Day for instance dosen't qualify you. I believe the gov't is manipulating this possibly for political reasons or the justice system had failed him horribly. Have faith and pray for him. Jim

As a 9 yr Navy veteran during Vietnam I think this a slap in the face of not only every active duty, but every veteran.

This young man joins the United States military to defend and protect our country and this is how this country treats him. The man that was killed by Lt. Behenna was a known terrorist who attacked and killed 2 men and injured two more and we are giving him rights ....more rights than the soldier who was willing to give his life for our country! And he now is being treated like a criminal....this is disgusting! What is happening to our country? Why are we making right wrong and wrong right? This country should be protecting our servicemen at all costs.

Outrageous! This must go to the Supreme Court & get a fair, unbiased hearing!!

Let him go free.

KEEP STRONG GOD HASN'T ABANDONED YOU

let your conscience decide if this is right. Is it reasonable to assume a terrorist would try to take his gun? the a

When he gets out our Government BETTER pay him handsomely millions for this grave injustice, emotional and physical duress, loss of life privilages, legal fees, etc... And just like the Benghazi farce and deciet you can bet that if Obama's or Biden's kids were in that compound asking for help there would have been an entire fleet over there rescuing them in a moments notice. But no. Some one had an election to win. This country is going to hell. We will wake up one day and it won't be "The United States of America" it will be the "United New World Order". All these subtle changes are taking place while the press distracts us with nonsense and one day we will wake up and see we have been stripped of the very foundation this country was founded on. Our troops have so many PC restrictions. They are turning out military into a freaking job corp and handicapping our readiness.

Praying for justice for you precious son.

Hold on guy!! I send this message from France and I hope that the Lt Behenna will soon be free. 25 years it's a high price to pay just for doing his job.

I'm sending letters written to my Senators and Congressman.

When we asked our Men and Women to stand up and serve or they volunteer...We should do our up most to protect them . We should stand up for those who stood up for us...Lt Behenna was doing his job and has a right to defend himself in the process of that job..And we as a nation should stand behind him. J Suggs U.S Marines 78-81

It looks like a petition to the president has been created for his release. https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/offer-executive-pardon-1lt-michael-behenna-who-prison-killing-al-qaeda-operative-self-defense/WrXc4lBx

It is sad to see the way this turned out but our politicians have an agenda and it isnt always good. The only good terrorist is a dead terrorist all these people that want to afford these butchers rights are foolish and will be the downfall of this country. The military never should have put this LT in this position. Knowing that this SOB killed his men someone else should have been escorting the piece of shit back. Our government sends our men and women into combat deployments repeatedly because they wont require people to serve. Sad there is a lack of service from so many who spout off about all the rights they have. A shame they didn't have to earn them. I wish the best to the LT I am sure his actions saved lives.

why is this soldier being punished for defending his own life.Dr. MacDonnells' testimony needs to be heard why wasn't it. Is their not a punishment for withholding evidence. i for one salute and thank you Lt. Behenna for your honorable service to this country.THANK YOU & GOOD LUCK

So this is how the military sweeps the truth under the carpet and hangs one of its own that puts his life at risk. Absolutley horrible. Guess those that sentence and pull the strings to ensure justice IS NOT SERVED have been reading up on terrorist tactics and turning them on our own.! Fucking bastards.!

this is a travesty. Why did they leave this terrorist on the loose. What the lt did was a justified killing. Please reconsider this case with all the evidence available

I cannot believe lieutenant behenna should serve 15 years! He was defending our country and should be given leniency! Thank you Sheila Nelson

Lieutenant Michael Behenna needs to be released immediately. Shame to those who have disrespected this soldier/hero. Self defense against a terrorist, should have never been brought to trial. How dare any American defend the Al Qaeda terrorist over our military. Free him NOW!!!!!!

I believe in his innocence and that it was self defense, not murder. He should be released immediately.

I will contact my Congressman in behave of Lt. Behenna. Thank you for your efforts to free him!

This is PC gone made,political expediency not with our soldiers!!!

I hope a real defense attorney steps up Quid pro quo. This soldier took an oath solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter. So help me God Any Attorneys out there to help this soldier

What the hell happened to this country!!!

Give the soldier a fair trial.

LT as far as I I am concerned you have upheld the highest traditions of the United StatesArmy. Your government let you down and we the people need to let them know that. Have your six Cpl. Reese. USMC 78-82

Dear Michael, and Family: We are storming heaven for you with St.Michael the Archangel in the lead. You have become to our family and friends, another "son, Uncle, friend, and brother, and neighbor" to us. You are remembered each day, especially when we see a soldier or hear of one that gave their life for this country. We share your web-site and updates by e-mails to our friends to continue praying for you always keeping you close to our hearts and minds. God Bless you and keep you strong.

As a prior service Sgt of the US Army, I am disgusted at the lack of integrity with my fellow servicemen. Had the evidence not been so crystal clear and had he actually shot him out of anger HE STILL would have been justified. These pieces of filth do not follow the Geneva conventions and should not be treated as POW's of another other war. they would not show the same respect for us and there is no "being the bigger man" with them. It is a justification in and of itself to put terrorists down when they prey on those defenseless. When they needlessly kill others. The command should have never given the order to release him, they should have never sent LT Behenna to escort the killer of his men to be released and they should have never even questioned whether their was motive behind that TERRORIST'S DEATH. At the end of the day, the prosecution didn't have the sort of luck with the possibility I just layed out so they resort to lying and strong arming instead of allowing blind justice to prevail.

Verdict sounds very much like a continuation of Obama's coddling of Muslim terrorists. Those in upper echelons of the military want to continue their careers, so don't want a "black mark" on their service record, i.e., being part of a panel which found a junior officer "not guilty" for killing a Muslim terrorist. This officer needs to be released d/t mistrial, i.e., because of withheld evidence.

Keep me informed on what I can do.

My family and I are praying for you and yours. We will help financially when possible, but your name and plight will be spread! God bless. Rex

Disgraceful. I will bring this up to my congressmen.

I am supporting this young man, Lt. Behenna. Please help with this very important matter.

I can't even imagine what this man or his family must be going through. It is so sad that this is what our country has come to. It's outrageous that with no evidence but an expert who finds that the defendant is telling the truth, they can convict him and send him to prison. This is a massive miscarriage of justice if I've ever seen one. This man needs to be freed and given a proper welcome home. He is a hero and should be treated as such.

This is shocking!!! He should be released!!!

This is an OUTRAGE. We are sending the wrong message to our troops and our enemies. Islamic terrorists are laughing at us while they plan their next attack. If this stupid mentality existed during WWII we surely would have lost the war! Every American should demand his release NOW!

i think this is an absolute travisty of the military court and all of the Officers should be of combat duty, because if you have not been in combat you cannot judge what exacatly happened. LT.Behenna was defending himself and Dr. MacDonell showed and or demenostrated what is the only possible situtation that could have happened. i do believe that LT.Behenna is an Officer and Genteleman of the finest caliber and would not lie or murder a man for the killing of his troopers under his command as an officer should and does set an example of how to conduct yourself under many things that happen during combat and /or calm times. Respectlitvely submitted by a U.S. Navy Veteran of the Viet Nam War, Joseph P. Little.

Bring him home!

Can you start a petition on the public government website? Over a certain mark they must respond. Should be easy to get the signatures up to the required level. My thoughts and prayers with Michael and his family.

this is an outrage and i will share you site on facebook and in my email newsletter. i will also donate to your cause.

Why, in our own country, is one of our own men prosecuted harshly for acts related to defending his country and his own men? Why is a terrorist set free for crimes worse than one "supposedly" committed by our own soldier? Why was the soldier whos commrades and friends were killed the one burdened with releasing that murder? What ab incredible injustice!

I hate this!!!! I CANNOT believe this is happening in OUR country. What is going on in Washington? What can I do?

Seeing as that I am a US Army Combat Veteran I am appalled by this. What has our country become? We ask soldiers to volunteer. We ask soldiers to leave their friends, families and homes. We ask them to be out in harms way. Soldiers are asked to do things that most people can't fathom. They are in a very harsh and violent environment fighting an enemy that has no regard for human life or liberty. This man was protecting himself and his comrades against a known terrorist. Why in the world would anyone, especially a jury of fellow soldiers think that this man has broken the law??? This is absolutely ridiculous and outrageous. It is simply a miscarriage of justice and a sad day for the US AND the US Army. The Prosecutors, Judge, Jury and Army should be ashamed of their actions here. It is disgraceful. Free this man!! He was simply doing what his country asked him to do.

THIS IS A GREAT MISCARRIAGE OF JUSTICE!!! THIS SOLDIER WHO FOUGHT FOR AMERICA DESERVES TO BE FREE!!!

This truly displays a tragedy of military justice. Lt. Behenna fought for freedom and it cost him his own. The only illegal action taken was his prosecution. War is about KILLING THE ENEMY, there is no way to sugar coat it. Lt. Behenna should have been given a Bronze Star and a promotion to CPT., instead his nation gave him a prison cell.

I just read about 1st. Lt. Behenna's and I am so disgusted, this literally turns my stomach. My daughter is a Captain in the Army Res. and I would only hope if she was ever in danger, especially when a known terrorist is at arms length, that she would be prepared for the worst. Why are we not looking at all the good Michael did and congratulating him for not being another fatality and removing another terrorist?!! Who was the prosecutor's witness? What about the interpreter? If our gov't didn't want Mansur dead, then why in the world would they release Mansur to Michael when he had men killed and wounded in front of him? The person who ordered him to take him "home" is the one who should be held responsible! Imagine having a child killed, man arrested, and the father of the child told he need to bring the murderer home? Gee, I don't think he would be living and that father would not be charged because no jury would convict him! What is wrong with our country? The "jury" should be ashamed of themselves for doing this to their fellow man. I am so sorry for Michael, I would love to shake his hand and thank him for all of his service and protecting America by taking out another terrorist. We need a president who would have looked at this (I'm sure he knew all about this case) and grant him clemency immediately. I am assuming he has about another year to go? You should have a parade for him!!

It's not a crime to defend ones self. Especially their Country. This soldier is innocent!

This man needs to be freed!

Ever since Obama came into the picture right is wrong and wrong is right. Obama sees us as the enemy in this country and not the enemy. He is president of the wrong country.

This is insulting to every American life that has been lost, and will be lost in the future. My father served in Vietnam and retired 20+ years later. My husband served his country and we both work for the US Army. If this can happen to such an outstanding soldier, it can happen to anyone!

I believe Lt. Behenna deserves freedom for sacrificing his life for the United States, sacrificing his life for the sake of others,but mostly for defending himself which unFORTUNATely cost the life of another human being. That human being, that Al Gaeda terrorist could have been a futre mind behind another twin tower incident. I thank GOD for our serviceman and women for putting their lives on the line every day for our freedom. To punish a man who was carrying out an order which was to take a known killer to freedom is a HUGE disgrace to our country,our safety and to EVERY man and women serving in the armed forces. I pray that Lt. Behenna is freed from jail, freed from the mental anguish this has caused he and his family and that the U.S. Army appologizes to this man, PUBLICLY and restores him the due justice he deserves...FREEDOM! God Bless you Lt, Behenna. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Stay strong!

I think they call it a war. lt behenna should be released immediatley. He is doing what this stupid goverment sent him over there to do. Its not a high school dance Perhaps some politicians should take his place you won't see that happening any way this government in power sends you over to some stupid country.perhaps to get you killed then treat you like a village idiot for doing your job. I personally would not serve under this regime for some reason our govermnent has forsaken the constitution/bill of rights So to finish. release him he did his job for you

Michael, I wish the best for you and your family. I have become good friends with your brother Curtis here at the medical school in Kansas City and I wish I could meet you as he thinks the world of you. I pray that I will one day get to meet you, shake your hand, and thank you for your service. Best of luck in the Supreme Court and I know that you will get your justice.

Why did they send Lt. Behenna to escort the Iraqi Operative, Mansur back to his home knowing that Lt.Behenna had lost men from his platoon to Mansur? On top of that why did they let Lt. Behenna interrogate him? The Lieutenant should not have had any kind of contact with Mansur because it was a conflict of interest.

I believe Michael. But if it were me I would have killed that terrorist bastard that harmed my Soldiers because I would want to save the next Soldier from being victimized by this scumbag coward that hides behind the press of a button. Michael chose to try and be an idealist and try to make some sense of a country so torn and ripped to shreds. He like me thought we could give this place a happily ever after ending, but its insurmountable when your own government fights against you. What the hell is wrong with America? Those desk decision makers were never in harm's way, they do not understand. That disgusting individual deserved to die and I hope Michael never regrets that part. I will write my congressman and I will get a wristband and spread the word. This is a travesty of justice, I wish I could write to Michael because i want to tell him, Semper Fi brother, keep the faith, I am 41, there is lots of life left but let's try to get you out of there now. However, if not, 40 is still a long life, keep the faith brother. You are a warrior and you saved the lives that Ali Mansur would have taken...there is absolutely no doubt that if Mansur were to be alive he would have killed Afghan civilians as collateral damage or American servicemen and Coalition partners. No doubt Michael, your a warrior and a hero and you saved lives because of your decision.

I am an American Soldier. I am a Warrior and a member of a team. I serve the people of the United States, and live the Army Values. I will always place the mission first. I will never accept defeat. I will never quit. I will never leave a fallen comrade. I am disciplined, physically and mentally tough, trained and proficient in my warrior tasks and drills. I always maintain my arms, my equipment and myself. I am an expert and I am a professional. I stand ready to deploy, engage, and destroy, the enemies of the United States of America in close combat. I am a guardian of freedom and the American way of life. I am an American Soldier. “United we stand, divided we fall!”

This is the exact reason why i got out of the Army. Lately Politics as played a more dominant role in the millitary, which results in complete contradiction from combat training. I could understand his prosecution if the guy wasn't a terrorist that killed Americans, but the fact that, he was a terrorist would killed the daughter, son, father, brother of an American who is trained to fight to protect our freedom and way of life and maintain democracy in our country, I think we as American are forgeting our values on which our country was founded upon. This is the ultimate reasons why there's no unity with Americans in today's society. If I was a family member of this LT, I would be at the white house camping out waiting to speak with the president. WOW!! reading this article really pissed me off.

May your freedom come to you as you have protected my freedom and our beloved country

After watching the first show of Allen West tonight on FB it and with all the other radical and Un-American behavior that has been going on for the last 4 yrs makes us realize more of how so much INJUSTICE is being allowed towards our own military. This IS totally a miscarriage of justice esp' since so many terrorists have yet to be sentenced( Ft. Hood, The infamous "underwear" bomber, etc..etc) In America we are supposed to be the country where one is Innocent until proven guilty...however with Michael's case it seems to be more like Sharia Law. IMO PRAYING FOR YOU AND BELIEVING IN YOU...GOD BLESS

Things are turned inside out with this prosecution and sentencing. What is wrong with you people and WHO are you cowling too? WHY?

This is an outrage. He is defending our country and this is how the country repays him.

I want justice for this American hero!

Stay strong, we are with you.

What a miscarrage of justice. Free the soldier. He is a hero.

I fully support this young man! Thank God we have people willing to fight and die for our rights and freedoms...especially when the Government has let them down and America.

I am disgusted with the leaders who have imprisoned this American veteran.

I emaild my congress man

God Bless ...

What about Bill O'Reily show...maybe I missed it?! What is being done?

Unbelievable!!!!!!!!!! 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna hold your head high for what you did. I can't thank you enough for what you have done for you country and it saddens me to see this happen. My prayers are with you.

It is a travesty that we have a president who favors, bolsters, protects, and promotes the radical Islamists in the world. Under his regime this country is being torn apart, what once was right is now wrong and what was once wrong is now right. Your free speech is now labeled "hate speech" if you don't agree with the left...and now we punish those who put their lives on the line to defend and protect our great nation. SHAME ON THE LEADERS OF AMERICA for being sell outs. Lt Behenna please accept my gratitude for your brave service and know that I will do all that I am able to in order to further your cause and your case! You, sir are not forgotten!!

Me and my family are in shock and disgust by reading what these clowns in these military courts have done to Lt.Behenna. Anyone with a little of common sense can tell that there must be something ''else'' to this whole story....why would the army Intelligence order the release of this terrorist to begin with and who would it had benefited?! Unfortunately the corruption inside the Government has reached unthinkable levels. It is sad to see that there are such a large number of sheepish people in this nation and that those who fight for this country get such an ungrateful and unfair treatment! Poor America if this is how you treat your bravest men!! A country of sheepish people are soon led by a pack of wolves! We not being sheepish American Citizens demand justice for Lt.Behanna!!

Shame on our government and shame on the justice system. When are you going to stop protecting the criminals of the world ? Since when do we put our soldiers in prison for protecting our country or themselves in a time of war. As far as I'm concerned the people who should be in prison are the ones that put 1st. Lieutenant Michael Behenna in prison. I'm disgusted with all of you. Release that soldier and do the right thing for once.

Thinking of the soldier, family and friends....thank you Sir for defending our freedom and doing what you had to do....let us now defend you and in hopes you can be released and live your life in the honor that you deserve....you are a hero. Jessica

I will be putting this story of my blog. I just heard about it as well. What a travesty. So many people say they support the troops but they don't walk the walk. Let's get behind this people! Write your senators and congressmen. Don't stop writing. Call them! Forget the president, he is not going to help. This just cannot stand!

The unfair treatment of this soldier disgusts me.

I hope Lt. Behenna gets another chance to prove his innocence, and to justify his actions. Based on the article, this seems to be a miscarriage of justice.

I hope the Lieutenant gets another chance or appeal to make sure that the scales of judgment are just. He seems like a good person based on this article. I would hate to be a soldier under these rules of engagement.

I would like to say to his family... please know there are soldiers who support you now and will continue until this is resolved and forever after! I am a non commissioned officer with two tours and while I can not sympathize with the struggle you are facing, please know that me and my family hold you and your son in the highest regards. And to you LT; sir keep your head up! By taking the actions you did that day you saved the lives of countless others, and set the example of what a combat leader is supposed to be! I am praying for you and that justice will be served Sincerly Sgt michael r ferrell

This is how we treat out Hero's? Are you kidding me??? This is a disgrace to our Country, to our Military and to We The People!!!! It is called War for a reason. What he did is justified. I guess it's okay for these savages to either behead our guys or drag them through the streets or ram airplanes into our buildings. This prosecution is using this Hero and a Media Ploy for Political gain and nothing more. This man, this Hero, DOES NOT deserve this treatment. Shame on you!!!!

Lieutenant Michael Behenna, on behalf of the American people I would like the thank you for your service. I want to apologize for what the government that you have served has done to you and your family. I have cried many tears for you today. What has happened here is just wrong. I hope that some very good lawyer, some ashamed politician, someone hears of your story and finds a way to set you free. I will share your story every chance I get.

This stinks to high heaven. Talk about hanging him out to dry. Michael they made you into the sacrificial lamb. I am so sorry that this happened. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

What can we do to help Michael. This is so wrong. There should be a new trial but in my opinion he should not have been on trial in the first place. Total miscarriage of justice.

This is such a tragedy. My prayers go out to the Lt. I hope you have a speedy release and restitution.

Our soldiers need to be able to do their jobs. This is insane!He is an American hero....we need to take care of our own! UNBELIEVABLE!!!!

It sounds to me that someone put a chance for promotion before the life of a true warrior. He put his life on the line for us and this is the way he is treated? What will happen next? Our defenders will be charged with premeditation because they decided that when they face the enemy they will kill or be killed? That's premeditation, according to the definition of the word.

Michael just want you and your family to know I am praying for you. Thank you for serving your country and giving of yourself so we can continue to enjoy the freedom that we all cherish. Thank you on behalf of me and my family for continuing to fight the good fight God is right beside you and for some reason He has chosen you and your family for His purpose and to be a part of His plan to help fight the injustices of the world God bless you and your family Carol anderson

This is a complete load of bullshit. How dare the judge and prosecution be so blind. I cant believe this, and I will do whatever is in my power to assist this LT. Sgt Ezzell - Fellow Infantryman

This is a disgusting sin. My heart goes out to Lt. Behenna and his family. A story like this makes me want to move to Canada. Lt Behenna is a hero and should be treated as such. I lost friends on 9/11 and Ive had one of my best friends tank blow up in Afganistan. I can only pray for Lt. Behenna's release

Ok, I understand he disobeyed a given order... Lets face it, he saved a lot of blood because if he did not kill the guy more than likely he was going to kill him and everybody else as well.... Man free this guy because he acted in self defense

This story is aweful! Michael you are in my prayers and I myself and my family are behind you 100%.

This is so wrong for our country to do this to Lt Behenna. I don't even know this country anymore. We don't honor our soldiers but we honor our terrorist. Why hasn't our President gotten involved more with our military? This young man has been dealt a terrible injustice.

Free him NOW!!!!!!!

Yes, I am having to ask you for another bracelet because my grand baby was playing with it and LOST IT! IMAGINE THAT! Hahahaha. I just Donated another 20 and wish it was more because what this Ungrateful Country has dome to HIM! Atrocious is more the word!Tell Mike his 173rd Airborne Brigade Brother "LOVES HIM" and prays to God for his JUST RELEASE! My address is: 10132E 700N , Lafayette, Indiana. 47905 and. God Bless You!

this man is our hero. release him at once.he is getting us payback for 911. i wish i could have been with him. i would have shot the terrorist.i will fight for mike!!!

I honestly feel our President should give hima new trial with the witness that they refused to let testify in the frist place. Maybe our President should issue a full pardon to this man who was doing what he was taught to do.

New trial? How about, "Why was he on trial in the first place?" Only politically correct politicians disguised as career military officers -- none with combat experience -- could make such a judgment on an American military officer. What needs to happen is for the federal court with jurisdiction to simply overturn this egregious decision and injustice, and bring charges against the prosecution team that withheld evidence knowingly and deliberately. Is there no end to the corruption of the concept of 'justice' by politicians and career military dwebes? Clearly there's no depth of shame for them. One can only hope that they would be faced with the same situation faced by Lt. Behenna. Perhaps then they'd "get it." Disgraceful way to treat an honorably serving member of our armed forces! Paul E. Scates Chattanooga, TN (USMC, 1967-1971; Vietnam veteran)

This soldier is a hero, not a war criminal!!! Obama should exercise his executive privilege to pardon and release Michael.

Since vengence belongs to God and God alone, Father, I forgive them as does Michael and his family. Yet still, I pray for You Lord, to spill out Your vengence upon those who have taken part in this injustice, and upon all those involved who continue to imprison Michael Behenna in the name of military politics that hope to buy favor with our enemies. I ask You Lord, for all involved in taking Michael's freedom, to be put under a heavy Biblical curse until he is set free. The purpose of our nation in God's eyes is to protect Israel, and many of our soldiers know this. I plead the protective blood of the Lamb over every past and present soldier, and I ask You God to bless them and free those who are injustly imprisoned.

I understand how this could happen in this country. Unfortunately I have had more than one unpleasant and horrifying experience in the courts in this country. It's all we have and it's far from perfect. GOD and prayer. It's the only answer to this injustice. A miracle will fix this. Pray to GOD. STEALTH in JESUS. AMEN

This defender of freedom deserves his own!

This is an incredible display of the US Army's inability to act in good faith. The 1st Lt. should not be imprisoned and was not tried by a jury of his peers! None of the Officers were combat veterans and had never been in his shoes.TO DENY THE DOCTOR'S TESTIMONY AT TRIAL WAS CRIMINAL! Our prayers for the Lt are forthcoming and I will circulate this to all my fellow Viet Nam Veterans in the hopes that enough pressure will force the Army to release him and return him to active duty and to grant him any promotions which have been denied him. Stay strong and keep praying that Justice will win the day!

God CAN and WILL come to Michael’s aid if we continue to pray continually, asking again and again like little children, who have unmatched faith, that the one they are asking for help from can move mountains to meet their needs. More than anything else, the Behenna family needs prayer warriors praying for God to free their son. Nothing is EVER impossible with God. Please help me post prayer requests for Michael Behenna and his family online, so that multitudes of people may learn of what the military has done to him and his family, and join us in praying for his freedom. Please join me frequently in this prayer. Yahweh, I pray for You to provide for Michael Behenna’s release in the name of Jesus, for You are the author of ALL freedom and our provider. Thank you Lord, for we know You are moving and interceding here. These are just the sites that I have quickly found. Please post many other prayer request avenues you know of. Thank you all so much. Click here to ask the Christian Broadcast Network for Prayer for Michael Behenna’s Immediate Release Click here to post Prayer Requests for Michael’s Release online at PrayerRequest.com Click here and then click on “Request Prayer“ to post online requests for Michael and his family at the World Network of Prayer Click here to post Prayer Requests for Michael’s Freedom online at Grace Prayer Community Click here to post prayer requests for Michael Behenna online at the National Prayer Bank

What a travesty!! Free this man now!!--Those who condemn him are the treasonous parties by far!!

that is crazy al quida took out 5 of new yorks buildings and killed thousands of americans and our military kill one of theres and we sentence him to jail i think we should have gave him metal of honar

Our Government does this to a guy serving and protecting all of us in the USA and our so called leader was in our white house when this happened? (Obama) should get this guy out and get him self impeached!!! Thank you Mr. Lt Behenna for saving of from this CRAZY guy!! Thank you for serving and you really are a HERO! So you fool's holding him,give him his appeal and set him free cause he was only doing what he was told and taught to do over there.

As a veteran (68' - 71' Army M.P.) and a retired LEO (31 years) I find it appalling that a member of our militay would be and is being treated the way this Lieutenant has been. I stand firmly behind this man and disagree with the unjust prosecution and demand that he be released. Thank you , Cpl. Chuck Cavender (ret) Orange County Sheriff's Office Orlando, Fl.

The indignities served upon our military while the protect us are abominable...... This insane twist in the handling of our fight with the enemy is difficult to believe. This young man should not only be freed but should be awarded with a medal of honor...

sounds like someone is trying to cover their own butts to cover their mistakes.That is how the military works.Blame the other guy.seen it happen many times.

The Lieutenant Michael Behenna, did the right thing. If their not suppose to kill the bad guys, then why are they there? This young man should have got a medal for his service to his country. Donetta Parent Wife of a retired military man.

Military court systems are based on emotion and the negative environment that the military and it's anti everything propaganda. Nobody can get a fair trial in an environment that tells it's soldiers all day every day that "this" will not be tolerated. You will not see a fair trail in Murder of a Savage Al Qaeda or being accused of Rape. I have seen it first hand. You tell them over and over again that it's not going to be tolerated and it makes anyone that is accused guilty. I'm a retired field grade officer that has seen my share of combat and this is a liberal environment that the "victim" ALWAYS must be telling the truth and the Officers are afraid to say that he is not guilty as they may look bad to the Chain of Command. I hope the SCOTUS overturns this.

He (the terrorist) should have never been released. I would have shot him myself! Let Lt. Behenna go and restore him to his former position with full Military Honors. And CLEAR his record. W R Miller Jr

Its hard to believe that something like this could happen to one of our own soldiers. Don't give up your fight to free him. There is a way to get him out and you will find it. Find out why he was really put in jail and you'll know where the battle is. The fact that this Mansur fellow was to be set free is a huge red flag. This had to be some sort of setup.

tHIS IS SO WRONG HE SHOULD HAVE BEEN COMMENDED FOR KILLING ONE OF OUR MAIN ENEMIES release him!!

Release this American Soldier doing what is best for the country. Did you want the terrorist released to track his operation more. Either way when your platoon suffers from a terrorist plot and you lose men. Defending from this happening again takes a soldier. And Lt. Behenna is an American Soldier. He is innocent even if he were guilty war is not fair or just.

I am just shocked reading this, how can this happen? I believe this is the fall of the Military, Who are they trying to show an example too??? Al Queda?

I'm so sorry this brave soldiers country that he was defending let him down !!! WE NEED TO GET THIS MAN HOME WITH HIS FAMILY ASAP !!! signed a very grateful 9/11 NYC resident

This man did his job.

I am praying that the Lt. gets a 2nd chance. I am so sad that this even happened. Keep your faith in God and He will provide in His timing. God Bless and Thank You for your brave service to our country.

After reading this I was ashamed. That man defended himself and just might have protected america. I honestly can not believe that the goverment is doing this to him. My prayers go out to his family, fight this. Because that is not fair. American soldiers fight for our freedom, they do whats right to save the lives of millions. I pray Michael wins this!!!

If you have been reading and asking yourself what you can do to help, this post is for you. This story needs to be brought to immediate national attention for this injustice to have the best chance of being corrected by the S.C. Everyone can call or write their local (and especially national) news media outlets, talk shows, radio broadcasts, blogs, anything you can come up with to request they interview Michael's family and share Michael's story. I pray for National Airtime and for Michael’s story to be shared on the CBN Website - Help me ask the 700 Club to share Michael's story on their website and to provide airtime. You might summarize Michael's story & include his website in your requests. Thank you all out there so much for this help. May God bless all of you and your families for coming to Michael's aid. Click the “Other” circle box at the 1st web link to request CBN place Michael’s story on their website. Click “Suggest Topic For A Feature Story” at the 2nd CBN web link. Click here to ask CBN to Place Michael Behenna’s Story on their Webpage Click here to ask CBN to Tell Michael Behenna’s Story on Air

I cant believe the rediculous acts that continue to tear apart this countries only true defense, our soldiers and heros. Of course it dont matter to you people that weve placed in office, when you stand and place judgement on our young men. You use these acts as polical gain, and it angers me and other patriots that have served to see someone bludgened and massacered for your gain. I stand as ex military, retired police officer and American citizen and demand that you review that case and immediately release this hero. And you cowards remember, YOU WILL STAND AND BE JUDGED.

Hang tough Lt. We're getting this out to ALL the Rangers ... Sua Sponte Gary P. Joyce E Co 58 LRRP Co K 75 Ranger RVN 8/68-1/71

First I'd like to say that this is an example of a fine young man that took appropriate action in the face of an attack. Did he have a predjudice against the terrorist, yes but he would have carried out his orders, as ignorant as they were until the terrorist acted. This "Trial" has many injustices throughout the process I've read. I would call for a appeal trial and I would certainly cite the original trial "exclusions" that would have shown the young officer acted in self defense. I too serve in the law enforcement community of my state, as the young man's father has and have first hand knowledge of injustices and justice being served properly. I fully defend the Constitution of the U.S. and believe in it fully. Give this fine young officer a fair trial.

Third try...should have link in properly this time. My apologies. Please contact the David Horowitz Freedom Center on Michael’s behalf to request that they publicize his story on their website. Once on this page, click on link labeled “Contact.” Click here to contact the David Horowitz Freedom Center about Terrorist Appeasing Military Politics that have Unconstitutionally Imprisoned Michael Behenna

He was doing his job and got attacked.... Over turn the ruling and let this man go .

Welcome to the Army's kangaroo Court!!

My name is john mills, i am twenty-four years old. i served my country in the United States Army from September 15, 2005-December 25, 2012. I was Active Duty Infantry. i deployed to iraq Nov. 2006-Dec. 2007. My unit lost over 34 soldiers lives and countless injured. This story has enraged me, we are soldiers. we are are forced and obligated by our service to our country to be killed or kill. Michael does not deserve this, he deserves to be honored as a hero, a man among men. The politicians in this country have destroyed what it means to be a soldier, they have destroyed our honor by their lack of diplomatic communion and failed policies. They continue to use soldiers as scape goats and its sickening. when is the military gonna say "enough is enough, we are this countries strength, shield, and protector" if stories like this continue, heed my warning, soldiers will rebel, the people will rebel and our countrymen who have already lost faith in our politicians will rebel, when that day comes, all the secret service agents will not be able to protect you. This country is failing the men and women that have sacrificed their sanity, lives, limbs, and blood. this is an extreme injustice to Michael and to his brothers in arms. I implore any politician or military leading who reads this to reach out to your peers and above to rectify this tragedy and restore michaels and the militaries honor.

The military made a huge mistake in the conviction of this great american hero, its a shame and they should let this soldier free right away,,,and Im not saying tommorow,,this should happen today as soon as possible. He should not spend another second behind bars is ridiculous. Thanks

Please contact the David Horowitz Freedom Center on Michael’s behalf to request that they publicize his story on their website. Click here to contact the David Horowitz Freedom Center about Terrorist Appeasing Military Politics that have Unconstitutionally Imprisoned Michael Behenna

Release him.....this is bulshit!!!! Cant wait for to karma to take effect on the ones that locked him up

This soldier deserves freedom. He is an American fighting for our freedoms and find his charges riduculous, to say the least. Free Lt. Behenna. If Hillary isn't held accountable for the last two Americans to die Benghazi, than this soldier shouldn't be charged. Isn't called a "fog of war"?

and my last supervisor was so surprised that I declined promotion and retired! I was tired of serving a country that crapped on good people doing their best! This poor guy would have been better off staying at home!

I am at a loss for words.... I too was in a very dark place once, over 25 years ago... (I was shocked to even wake up in the morning) It takes time to heal from something like this; however, I believe you too will persevere! You are obviously going through a very tough time right now. Please allow me to say a quick prayer for you "Dear God, I pray that you protect Michael's mind and spirit through this difficult time in his life. Amen" I can also tell by this web site you have a family that believes in you and supports you. With their support you will persevere. Michael, you have an entire country that believes in you and supports you! Michael, if this message gets to you brother. I am with you! You are a true American hero! Thank you for your service and for defending our country. Fair winds and following seas! God's Speed!

This goverment is f*cked up. He was doing his job that he was sent to do. Duh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Why are we just hearing of this now? This poor man has already been in prison almost 4 years!!! This is an absolute disgrace to him & our country! What the hell is going on?

Lieutenant Behenna deserves a medal, not prison.

is there any site where we can sign a petition or give him support?

This is wrong in so many ways. Im just one person but if I could help in any way I would. I guess the goverment had to blame someone for this for some reason. Im sure most will never find out why.

then why was we in iraq just to talk to the terroist let that man out of prison

this is dusgusting the lad clearly needs a medel not prison enough of our lads n lasses die at their hands was he to just stand there n be killed too my thoughts are with you michael because the way you have been treated is not justice it is a big let down x

Set him free and give him a medal. The American people are sick of how secretively and incompetently this war has been fought.

Former Marine Grunt here, this is absurd and a disgusting piece of injustice...this country has gotten so weak and pathetic that it even convicts its fighting men of charges that are false....get this soldier out of custody and applaud him for doing his job well...killing an asshole terrorist after he was attacked by him. Semper Fi.

This is an outrage...I am in shock that this would happen to a man that protects my rights and my children...wish and pray for 1st Lt. And his family...they should not have to go through this complete injustice

Justice must prevail for this American hero. Anything else is a slap in the face of our acting troops, and a discrace to our fallen patriots who have given their lives for this great country.

I find our "justice" system to be so far out of touch with true justice it is sickening. Having a son who had to fight in that war, I know that he would have done the same thing if left up to him. I too would have been more than happy to do the American people a favor with this act.

FREE HIM IMMEDIATELY !!!! HE WAS JUST DEFENDING US !!!

This man should have been given a medal, not treated like a criminal!

THIS WRONG DOING AND EVERYONE SHOULD COME TO HIS AID FOR THE FIGHT OF HIS FREEDOM.

I am so sorry to hear that this is such a nightmare. I wish there was something I could do. I will definitely talk to those I know in the military and see if we can turn this around to some justice. I would have shot him on sight. I would have been justified in doing it.

Dragging American bodies through the streets and nothing is done! Burning bodies and hanging them from a bridge! Nothing is done about these incidents but one of our Honorable Soldiers acts within his rights and the man who can explain it is brushed off and sent home? For what so someone can suck up to the present Administration!?! This is deplorable! It is inexcusable.I really cannot understand how these men can live with their decision. But it unfortunately goes with the way this country is going these days...We are falling apart because of a failing gov't....Please do something for him. !!!!

Get him out of there he was doing what he was trained to do. If anybody needs to be in there it's our President!

This story needs to be published on change.org and a petition be started. maybe that will create enough interest to get something done. I witnessed first hand whilst serving in the Army in Germany how a soldier can be railroaded by his superiors. Fortunately that time the Army Captain behind it paid for his deeds. When you have an administration that sends Weapons to a terrorist run country and to Drug Cartels, Then tries to dis arm it's citizens you are fighting an up hill battle. I hope Lt. Behenna is given a chance to properly defend himself.

This is crazy that someone defending himself, who also defends our Country and our Freedom, should be treated with such disregard.

This is bull. Release him! If the guy was on the kill/capture list, then Michael did his job! Good for him!

There are no circumstances during time of war where killing the enemy is wrong! Let this hero go.

I am so sorry. What can I do? Thank you for your service. I think this young man has been used as a sacrifice by a very corrupt government.

Unbelievable!!! This is a war ... not a chess game with limited rules!! Such injustice has been done to this young gentleman and who in the government is fighting for his release? Are their hands tied? Can one of his loved ones hit the media like a blizzard to get him released?

Michael please stay strong during these tough times. I guess I should get locked up2, because if I was in your shoes I would do exactly the same!!! God bless you and your family. If there's a place we can protest about this matter please let me know. Email mk5tk8@yahoo.com

Hard to believe the stupidity of our goverment.

This is insane! so sorry our government is doing nothing to help him. I will pray for him.

WTF IS WHAT I HAVE TO SAY WE SEE TOO MANY OF THESE HE DID WHAT HE WAS TRAINED TO DO IT WAS HIS JOB AND JUST LIKE THE MILITARY THEY WALK AWAY NEVER STAND BEHIND THEIR TROOP. THIS IS A SHAME I SEE TO OFTEN MAN UP MILITARY U TRAINED THIS LT HE DID WHAT U WANTED HIM TO DO DONT WORRY WHAT THE OUT SIDE WORLD THINKS DO WHAT IS RIGHT AND GIVE THIS LT A MEDAL AND PUT BACK ON LINE WHERE HE BELONGS

When a civilian kills in self defense its ok but not when a soldier does? That is insane. He needs to be let go. There are unlimited appeals for Death row convicts. Why not him? Sounds like he was doing his duty. HE should not be punished for that.

Release this hero with compensation NOW!

This is wrong

If the facts in this case are correct, this is a complete outrage. I'm a Vietnam veteran and my son is a two tour veteran of Iraq. This is not how our brave young men and women should be treated. It makes me sad for our country. WHAT IS WRONG WITH THE ARMY!!!

This is a travesty and one more reason the American Government should be put in it's place. They have been given too many liberties and the power over it's people will soon lead us to our destruction. This young man should be released immediately. The most horrifying thing is that i haven't heard about it until now. I can't believe it hasn't been all over the news nonstop. Oh yeah, the government basically owns them too. This is a shame, injustice and at the VERY LEAST criminal.

this is another slap in the face of the true American people...this young hero should be given a medal and found not guilty of any charge...since when do the leaders not take the word of a freedom fighter against the rights of a known terrorist...i could have shot this bastard and had no remorse whatsoever...this is war, not a game, these people are avowed to kill Americans, Any american...what has our world come to?? this young man volunteered to keep our country free of terrorism and this is the way he is treated?? had it been the other way around, you would have praised the terrorist for defending his rights...what a crock...free this hero NOW......

This is reprehensible! I served for 24 years in the military, and this saddens and disappoints me. This is at a time under the politics of a "king" the military seems to be uncertain of how to act with justice and honor. Quite possibly had he been higher ranking he may have had a scandal....and been forced to retire...this case outcome is disrespectful to all who have served and those that want to serve.

So... the guy was an Al Qa'dia leading operative? so what was our gov't protecting him for??? and how many other soldiers have been killed or set up or imprisioned because they did there jobs but the gov't was protecting certain Al Qa'dia members??? I still think the so called binladen captuer was a set up to help get obama back in place and I think he is behind alot of what's going on over there...

Lt. as a veteran, I honor you and your family for serving our country. This that has happened to you is a tragedy and a vile injustice. I pray God's blessing upon you and his peace to cover you. You bring great credit upon yourself, your family, this country, and all people seeking a life of freedom. I will never forget you. Godspeed. - Gabriel Aviles 7 yrs Army / 7 yrs Air Force

Thank you for serving our country proudly. Happy to sign this. Justice is not served and what you did was a huge thank you for us and the rest of our Country. God Speed.

Praying for justice for Michael. I am very sorry he has been treated this way. May God watch over him and free him from this injustice. Thank you for your service Michael.

this. choice made by our govt. to disgrace its'self to this extreme is ludicrous.If anything this soldier should have at least received the silver star for his brave heroics.

How can I help???

My heart goes out to you and your family. I fought the same battle with my son and the Army early in the Iraq War. I pray that this injustice is corrected and soon!!!

This is bull crap! This man killed a terrorist not some saint! God have mercy!

Ill help in anyway I can.

Hello, Im am from Holland, and we talked about this on the streets,... Its a shame, soldiers who are willing to give their lives to save ours, be put aside this way.., I regret this and wil take this brave soul in my prayers. Good luck and will follow your case from here!!

I hope the Lt. Behenna receives a trial in a fair court. This is a nightmare for his family no doubt and I would like to support this effort. Before I launch a letter campaign I'd like to ask for one piece of information. The prosecution witness vindicated Michael's, what was the interpreter's eye witness account? I thank you in advance, and pray for a happy outcome. Kindest Regards, David L. Shaw

This is a great injuctice!!! And people wonder why so many people want join the military now days! Because its all about political or self gain for the ones high up. They could care less about you!!! Bad to say but true and I pray that something can be done for him.....

Please support our soldiers!

How can I help?

This is awful and unjust he was doing his job and doing it well how could his military peers convict him , I'm disgusted with our government. I'm thankful to Lt.Behenna for protecting us civilians and ridding this world of another terrorist. Hooray! Let him free!

As Americans, we have let down those that fought for us. We save face with our enemies and sacrifice the innocent. Why is that? Have we so lost our way, have we so drifted from our God that we can not see clearly? The court that put this man in prison should all be placed in there as well for failing one of our own and surrendering to our enemies. I served 5 years in Iraq, seen many good men and women die. Here is a Hero for defending himself and just because they thought he killed this guy for killing him men, ashamed! So ashamed! Wake up America, our government is corrupt and they are coming after you!

Don't imprison the LT for defending himself! ESPECIALLY when those hypocrites in DC gave weapons to cartels and STILL haven't been brought to justice! We the people will not be silent ANYMORE!

It is better for 100 guilty men to go free, than one innocent man to be imprisoned. -Thomas Jefferson

What else can be done? Free the man. Stop this nonsense already.

Lt. Behenna fought for us now we need to fight for him!

I can't beleive a jury of non combat veterans convicted him of this incident. I think the President needs to have him released immediately. Sounds like the politicians are calling the shots on this war as they did during the Vietnam War. When are they going to learn, release him now.

Bless Michael & his family. He is sounds like a good man. I am praying for him to be released & to live a happy life. Thank You for defending our country

This solider needs to be released and be back with his family where he belongs. He does not belong in a prison some where. Goes to show how the government thinks it has the right to do something so wrong like this. I just don't understand.

Who was the person that allowed 1LT Behenna (or anyone from his unit), to be the person to return the terrorist back to his grave (house)? Sounds to be like gross negligence and should be the person held responsible for everything that occurred.

Thank you for fighting the good fight! We are behind you and will pray for you! God bless!

This sickens me. Complete outrage is what I felt as I first read about this horrific Injustice. To think we live in a culture that has now started to side with our enemies, is beyond comprehensible. A soldier already sacrifices more on a daily basis then most do in their life. Now they are punishing this brave man for what they swore him in to do. My prayers and heart go out to Michael and his family. May God bring answers to your prayers and accountability to those who deserve it by alowing this targedy to occur.

This is the worse miscarridge of justice I have ever heard of/ I hope that he will get out. I really dont know whay yo say. I am shocked thay in this year we are in, that this could happen. We are not in the 1800s, no one could know what happened except your son and AlQueda, I would believe a US soldier. Was there no omr around that could come to his defence?

I pray for justice for this soldier..

Semper Fi LT. I am saddened to hear that you are being punished for doing your job. these scumbags in our government dont deserve the air they breathe let alone the respect their office affords them, my heart goes out to you and your family. I wish I could donate something to your defense fund, sadly I cannot I havent had a job in a few months.

Was he a Ranger? I mean did he complete Ranger training and earn his tab? Bear with me if so we may be able to get him out under some little known laws. Please respond ..this could help him.What unit? entery date etc thanks ...am not promising anything but i have an idea.

Unbelievable. Can support be sent directly to Lt.Behenna so he can get some necessities or whatever he needs? Is it possible to send him personal letters? What Adx. if any? Thanks 101st Richard USN-Vet.

This is a travesty of justice

This is bullshit I would of done same thing- what is wrong with our country!!!

I am a former member of the US Army, as well as a police officer. This situation is a travesty and all Americans should be enraged over the treatment of an American hero! My heart and prayers go out to this soldier and his family....justice should NOT be blind, and needs to be served!

This goes to prove what our government is becoming. These men enlist, not even old enough to drink, but old enough to fight for our country...and the appreciation they get is a dishonest government, who could really care less about their "pride" or "honor". My heart goes out to you and your family...and may a higher power enable him to be set free. This is an outrage!!!

This is insane. Let this man go. He did what he was supposed to do.

I am a 63 year old Viet-nam Veteran with an honorable discharge. My son is a marine who has served three tours in Iraq and one in Afghanistan. I just csan't believe that Lt. Michael Behenna is being treated this way . Guilt beyond a reasonable doubt is what it's supposed to be and it seems there is a whole lot of doubt , not to mention the mans word should mean more than what they are allowing for. This is pure crap, set the man free for truth sakes.

If I can do anything to help bring him home just ask. God bless.

God bless you sir. Hang in there you'll get justice.

Outragious--let Lt. Behenna out of prison.

Let me know how to Help Petition this & I will!!! God Bless

Respect for this man and the decision he was forced to make. I stood my watch for two tours in Iraq and choices aren't always easy to make. I pray for him and his family so that they will know the peace that they deserve. You sir are an American hero and no man judges you. Sincerely yours, R. Carson

I pray and hope to God that Justice will be served.It is not fair what they are doing to him don't they realize he was fighting to keep this country free, that include them ,and there loveds ones. He should be set free and publically apologized too. He did the only thing he could do to protect him self. I will keep him in my prayers

This country owes this fine soldier gratitude and respect not a jail sentence. The military officials that prosecuted should have their heads examined. Whether it was self defense or not this terrorist should never have been allowed to be reunited with his family or fellow comrades. Why was the Lt. alone with this guy and where was his security escort or witness. Sounds like a fishy story too me, and should be thoroughly investigated at all levels.

This is outrageous. Lt. Behenna was acting in defense of his country as well as his person. Lt. Behenna should be honored, not vilified. Release the Lieutenant. He did his job.

I am fighting for justice of one of our own. Let him go.

This is bullshit this man is a united states service man fighting for our country doing the job he was paid to do. This is an sorry excuse of a country if this will stick and this man out his life on the line for us so free his ass give him a metal so he can be with his family. This makes the usa look really bad. I now want let my boys in the service or encourage any more boys to Jones the service anymore.let this man have his life back for doing what wax right for our country.Thank you usa for what??? Bullshit

Lieutenant Michael Behenna should be released immediately!

Fot this fine soldier and his family, I give you up to the Lord that His justice may be given for the freedom you deserve. All hope is never lost. You served for freedom, for honor and for justice and as you have given of youself, may the same be done for you. Father, You who gave him life can also give him justice and freedom through Christ our Lord, Amen!

Praying for true justice and mercy for Lt. Michael Behenna, an American hero who acted in self-defense during his Army deployment. It is a travesty of justice when a loyal American soldier is prosecuted for defending himself and his troops against a known enemy. This must stop!

Release this Hero now! He's not the enemy!!!! Maybe you all should try serving in a War Zone for a few months!

This man is a hero , why in the world is he behind bars isn't this what our government trained him for I guess he was suppose to let the terrorist kill him . Come on people what is happening to our government and our system it is failing tremendously . We train theses men and send them out to do a job and then put them in prison for doing it ( CRAZY ) while real criminals druggies , murderers , child molesters get off without serving anytime . When I hear stories like this I can't say I am proud to be an American today . Because this is no longer the land of the free and the home of the brave our leaders are destroying what sooooo many generations fought and gave their life for how very sad is that . I pray for this soldier and his family and hope he will be freed !!!

To Michael's Mom & Dad, God Bless You. I am overcome with sadness not only for Michael but for the grief and pain you carry as you try to help Michael through this. Please stay strong and know there is a loving and supportive community out there that will keep you in our prayers and do whatever we can to get the word out and help.

in my prayers

Let this hero go and give him a medal for killing this Islamic piece of garbage!

What the heck is going on with our government?! They are ruining our military, this, then Bengazi etc... They are downsizing, how can our troops trust a government that is not looking out for them? This is horrible and this young man's life is being wasted. There obviously is more to this story. Why isn't this all over the media?! We are praying for you Michael and your family. When are citizens going to wake up and demand a stop to all this?! Please quit being anesthetized by American Idol and Football and pay attention to the direction this country is going! God Bless You Michael and thank you for serving our country. We will fight for you!

It does not take a rocket scientist to see that our government is playing patsy with the enemy at our military's expense. ATTN: muslems are our enemy.

So Obama is liable too for killing Osama Bin Laden a known terrorist.

The President Should Demand His Release or at least A New Trial !! Its Like George W. Bush's Term , Letting Border Agents go to jail for Shooting a Known Drug Dealer While Crossing our Border !

I would be honored to donate to defend Michael. I lost my grandson in Afghanistan and I can't imagine how I would feel had he survived and been imprisoned by the very people that trained him to kill and sent him on one mission after the other to do just that, then to put him through a trial is just beyond the pale. But, to actually sentence him to 25 years in prison is unbelievable. God bless you Michael and bless your family.

This is just disgusting! Here we go again of the Army leaving its people out to dry with lies and coverups. The man did what needed to be done, but to appease the "people" they sacrifice one of their own. Release this man immediately!

Can't the idiotic government ever get it right?, if this is the case then Prez Obama committed premediated murder when he x ed out Bin Ladin, and all the other terrorist with drone attacks, weren't those premediated?

This is outrageous. He shot a known terrorist. This man should be released now. Who knows how many lives he has saved by firing these 2 shots. Such an injustice

Praying for his return

This is a miscarriage of justice. He should have his conviction set aside and set free. And given an honorable discharge. He killed an enemy that had killed our soldiers. What is the matter with the leadership in the miliary?

This is outrageous. The man defended himself now let's defend him.

Thank You for standing up and doing what our country asked of you .... To bad they will not stand behind you as we do ... Stay strong .... You will be set free .....

If this man cant get a fair trail them we are all doomed

The question I have is why was Ali Mansur released to begin with?

This is so WRONG!!

This man was doing his job as he was ordered and then was attacked and proceeded to defend himself. The thought of revenge may have laid in the back of his mind but if that were so he would have killed him in a more satisfying way bc I myself would have. But the us army is bullshit they prob believed they could keep tabs on the terrorist and use it to find more without any care for the men and civilians he would kill in the process. I believe this man did his job risked his life and should be free as stated in the us constitution. Good luck brother and thank you for your service.

Typical government bs they hang you out to dry. For doing what you were order to do. It makes me sick

So sad to hear about what they are putting this young man through ~ They send him there to kill the enemey & thats what he did when the enemy killed our americans and he get's let go why ??? I can only be sad for Micheal for going over there to fight for our country and this is how he gets rewared ! shame on who ever gave him those 25yrs, I pray he gets through this and goes home to his family soon & good luck and god bless

This is just not okay!!!!! I AM SO SORRY THAT YOU HAVE BEEN PROSECUTED!!!! WHAT CAN I DO??!! Please feel free to contact me through my email!!!! I will rally !!!!!! Thank you for serving in the Army and doing what you signed up to do!!!!

OUR goverment is breaking this country down!

It is truly a shame that our government has let Michael down this way. The military is not the military of our fathers, they are letting our boys down daily by not standing behind them. My son is a marine. God bless you and God bless Michael.

i personally think this is wrong these guys are sent over there for one reason to kill and thats what her did this world/goverment is becoming a joke keep your head high buddy and thanks for all you did while you were over there and they need to let you out you were doing what you were trained to do

You have all of my best wishes and support. As a veteran, im tired of seeing our nations finest thrown under the bus for political purposes. Michael should be given a medal for ridding the world of this Al-Qaeda scum.

This is absolutely ridiculous!! Words cannot describe how outrageous this whole thing is! Are these people stupid or just rotten to the core?! I guess we already know the answer. The thought of this brave soldier spending one minute in a prison cell makes me sick. This is not the country I grew up in!

This is a total outrage he reacted properly to an attack by a terrorist . Why do we continue to give terrorist some kind of legal rights of protection , they have no rights....he deserved to be killed no tears shed here for his evil. This poor soldier dose not deserve what has been to him...a soldier has to think twice before he does his job......whatever!

My prayers are with you and your family

We send them to war, and then prosecute them for defending their selves!! Free Lt Behenna NOW!!!

Release Lt. Behenna!

WOW! UN frekening believable. Im embarrassed to be an American after reading this. I don't even know what to say.

Wow, I am absolutely astounded by this!!!! What is wrong with the justice system, to convict a man who has fought for his country and clearly defended his life against that POS??? There is something wrong with this entire case. It's sad that a hero actually gets treated that way.

Please release US First Lt. Michael Behenna as soon as possible. Please review this case and FACTS. Please put Americans first, as they put their life on the line for us. This is unacceptable to American citizens. Thank you, Judy Taggerty-Onaga

Will send a message to my senators from Michigan.its worth a try

I don't understand how this happened. Wow! Everything is really upside down. It's unbelievable God Speed Michael! Thank you for your service. Hang in there! I will join your parents in the fight.

Thank you Michael! You are a hero and I feel bad for the crap that you have to deal woth

Let him go!!'

Let there be justice for LT

This is the stupidest thing I have ever heard of. What is wrong with our govt. that would put a hero in prison for killing a known terrorist when it was obviously self defense. It seems to me the US govt is protecting terrorists in favor of US citizens to keep friendship with the terrorist countries. Makes no sense to me. This man needs a medal and needs to be set free. I am ashamed of what our government is doing.

I am proud of you Sir,for your service to our country. I will be in prayer for your release and know many are upset with this and will do what we can to help. My son too ,served in Iraq,husband Korea and dad in WWII. You will see many come to your side,so hang in there and know the truth shall prevail !

I served my country during the Viet Nam War, and this is an atrocity, and a horrible breach of justice. This man deserves to be awarded a medal and instead he is receiving this. I am appalled, and ashamed. Please get him an attorney and fight for his release. This is straight up WRONG!!!!Set Lt. Beheena free.

This is an injustice! Since when do we start kissing Al Quidas butts? The politicians and democrats are a disgusting POS to let this happen to a man who served our country and defends us in these sick oeople

This is an outrage what has happened and he deserves a new trail or released with full rank back. Enough already with defending the enemy and letting them go to fight for another day. It is high time our government have some common sense and the backs of our men and women who fight doing what is asked of them.

This is the first I have heard of this travesty, I am so mad right now I could spit nails. How could this happen? I am just FURIOUS!!!!

Michael is a hero! Set him free.

I'm baffled by this. I do not see how this is premediated, when in all honesty our government asked or should I say assigned this officer intentionally be this person's guard, and knowingly put him with a person, who would be a problem for both of them. The governmental body who assigned Lt. Behenna's duty is really at fault for this intentional act of putting a person in a situation, which would force him to compromise himself to protect himself. Please, this is wrong is wrong with our military judicial system. Why would they be angry or put blame of murder on an individual who is in the position of self-defense. It says to me, after what I have been provided as the facts of the case, that the court would rather blame an individual, than take responsibility, as our government, for causing this situation to happen. So, so wrong. Where is it stated, that facts are to be withheld from the court, to keep the court from having to put blame on the actual responsible party. They were just looking for someone to take responsibility, other than our government. What is wrong with killing a terrorist, and getting him out of the public's concern. Was he really a terrorist, are we blinded by what our military government is doing here, with the actions of coverning up this situation. It is apparent with the court reducing the Lt's sentence already, they know they are in the wrong, and are showing weakness in how they need to make it right, and hopefully it will come sooner than later. .

I hope these letters are going to someone that can do something about this unjustified act. Michael risked his life to go fight a war for the United States of America and the people in it. Included in these people he went to protect are the same people that locked him up, for doing a job he was trained to do. Instead of returning to a proper Heroes welcome, Michael gets sent to prison for killing a well known terrorist. In my opinion as well as thousands of others, this man deserves medals not handcuffs. I would suggest the immediate release of Lt. Michael Behenna

I'm a former Marine Sgt. Served 4years and did two tours in Iraq in 2004, and 2006. This man is a hero and does not deserve this treatment.

This man should be released now. He did no wrong!

This story makes me sick to my stomach. How these corrupt politicians in DC can sleep at night is beyond me. These beaurocrats are all cowards who didn't have what it takes to pick up that rifle and go to war for their country, and they turn a real American hero into a fall guy for their own political gain. Send them off the Gitmo where they ought to live their days out. Send our heroes home.

Self defence or not the man was engaged in combat.it was kill or be killed.ask your selfe what would you have done if you wore in his shoes i dont have to think about that..i would have made the same choice.

Please try to help this man. Thank you.

America is dead, these soldiers are the heart and soul of this country, 20 years ago this would never have happened, their is no patriots any more. If you kill the heart and soul of a nation, you kill that nation. America dies by its own politically correct hand, it just might be time to storm eleven worth. Blood of the soldier a thousand miles away will change nothing but the blood of the politician at home that sends that very soldier to do a job and then takes his freedom for it would wake them up

if you support his conviction...your not american

BUUUUUUULL SHIT

I just became the 2nd signer of the new White House petition to free Michael Behenna that Anthony created. Everyone please take a moment to sign up for an account to sign Michael's new petition at: Click here to sign Michael's new White House petition

i thought that our soilders were supposed to rid the earth of the terriosts of al qaeda thats what he did he needs to b treated like a hero not a crimanal

He ought to be given a medal for killing the known terrorist!

I know it is not a religion based issue but it appears to be a abuseof the legal system perpetrated by the US Goverment, so has anyone contacted the Center for Law and Justice headed by Jay Sekalow. This is to wrong not to be righted.

Thats bs he should be released asap

I thought I had heard it all. Obviously I was wrong. The only things I can say are get ahold of attorney Jay Sekulow, and put Michael on every CHRISTIAN prayer list possible. My heart and my prayers are with you. Love, gayle kent

God bless Michael he is in my prayers. I will spread the word. I am a OIF I vet myself and this whole thing makes me sick. I pray that the Supreme Court will set Michael free. His service is more then honorable and I thank God for men like him in the service of our Republic. Of course, I am not surprised this happened with a commumist and fraudulent President in the White House.

Let the man go home !!!!! He killed a terrorist in self defense not to mention the al qaeda member killed 2 of our troops and injured 2 more were over there to fight a war not to have a catch and release fishing derby

Political prisoner in our own country.....

Dear Lord in heaven, please hold Michael and his loved ones in your safe, loving arms. I pray Lord, you will guide them to find and receive justice for Michael. Amen. THIS IS A CRIME AGAINST "ALL OF AMERICA". A SLAP IN OUR FACE. A GUN SHOT IN OUR BACK. Americans are tired of the injustice for Americans. All the while, our TERRORIST ENEMIES are coddled and pampered. Those who are guilty of this, will pay.

let this hero out of prison. put your self in his shoes, ask yourself do you wanna die or make it home to your loved ones...the way i feel about this, who gives a fuck if he killed Ali Mansur, a known Al Qaeda operative, on the wanted dead or alive list...he did his job, and served honorably, no matter what the courts say about this bullshit against him ...let him out today... they lock him up for doing his job...really?...i get detention for NOT doing my homework, and if i didnt show up to work or do my job...i get fIRED...so how does this make sense

i just wanted to say i support lt behenna being released and is my opinion he was set up, he should have never been allowed around this terrorist having the close ties he had in the first place. someone wanted that terrorist dead, new he would be unruley( the terrorist) and the easiest fall guy was lt behenna. i am disgusted! i am willing to help in anyway i can. former sailor, curtis naset

What a travesty of "justice". The man is a hero and this is how he'e treated by our "govment" ? Bring ALL of our troops home then. From everywhere.

This is ridiculous. He shouldn't be in prison.

Thank you Anthony!! I'll be signing your additional petition to free Michael tonight. God bless you.

He did nothing wrong. Free him NOW.

I am sorry to repost, but I need this help from all of you. Anyone wanting to know how to help...this story needs to be brought to national attention for this injustice to be corrected by the S.C. Everyone call their local (and especially national) news media outlets, talk shows, anything you can come up with to request they interview Michael's family and share Michael's story. I pray for National Airtime - Help me ask the 700 Club to share Michael's story on air. To get started click on the link below. On the webpage, find the header "Be On The Show," and under it click on the underlined link that says "Share Your Stories." Please summarize Michael's story & include his website in your requests. Thank you all out there so much for this help. May God bless all of you and your families for coming to Michael's aid. Click here & go to the Share Your Stories underlined link on this website to ask the 700 Club to air Michael's story

I hope the family doesn't mind me doing so but i took the liberty of creating another petition on the white house website, here is a link to it, https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/overturn-conviction-army-ranger-1st-lieutenant-michael-behenna-killing-terrorist-self-defense/F1lfnfPw anything and everything we can do will make a difference

He put his ass on the line for me, I'd be honored to return the favor. Never give up, never back down.

Absolute tragedy that 1LT Behenna is in prison. I will have your family and you in my prayers.

You Sir are a hero. Thank you for your excellent service. The situation you are in seems to be a manufactured travisty. I will pray for you and pray for justice!

It's very shocking that this can and does happen to our soldiers, but sadly this family's nightmare is true. A fellow law schooler personally knows the lawyer who prosecuted this case. I heard her general reputation or impression that others have of her was that she cared about wining at all costs, and that few who knew her were surprised to find out she carried out prosecutorial misconduct in order to win a case. This is beyond reproachful behavior...and one of the many reasons I'm so fully horrified and determined to help reverse this injustice. Our soldiers should have a right to defend their lives and the lives of the men around them, but as of recently, they truly do not. Thus, Michael sits in jail for defending his life and the lives of others. War is not pretty. I don't claim that it is, nor do I have the gaul to believe that I know what it must be like to be placed in a combat situation where decisions must be made without so much hesitation as to cost American lives. What I do know is that lawyers without regard for ethics, be they civilian or military, are a danger to all. I am heavily offended by attorneys who bend ethical rules, and beyond sickened by those who break them altogether. It is too bad that the military has not jailed the lawyer for taking Michael's life and rights away from him daily. Instead military appeals courts arbitrarily decided the hidden evidence would not have made a difference. The military appeals court then went on to decide that Michael had no right to defend himself...if I recall the faulty reasoning I read, they more or less decided that his pointing of his weapon at his attacker after a rock attack made him an agressor. Stoning is still a popular method of inflicting death in the Middle East. Any military judge who apparently thinks a rock isn't a deadly weapon...why not fly overseas, and allow a foreigner skilled in inflicting death with stones as the weapon of choice, to demonstrate on you to the contrary? I do not mean to be hateful, but Michael is jailed because of appease our enemies military politics, and not for any other reason. It is horrible to know the kind of person the military prosecutor is said to be by those who know her, and to suspect that she was perhaps even handpicked to cheat Michael out of a fair trial such that military politics would prevail. Law school was truly eye opening in regard to the fact that we are too comfortable with assumptions that a trial equals justice. Civilian trials are usually conducted justly for the most part, but usually is not always. Please pray for Michael and his family, for strength, for favor, for Michael's story to be told nationally such that he can no longer be swept under the rug. Father, let the S.C. hear this case, for no soldier in any war zone has a clear right of self defense as long as this decision stands. You gave us our very lives Father, and the right to defend our lives and the lives of others when another makes this necessary has long been known to be just. In the name of Jesus, Yahweh, send Michael home. I'll ask daily asking in the name of Yeshua until You provide a way Jehovah. For You Lord are the author of all freedom, and through You I know this mountain will be moved. Until then, God daily give us all the faith of a mustard seed and Your strength and wisdom to proceed.

Please release Lt. Michael Behenna

This is absolutely disgusting. Our government should be ashamed of itself. The fact that these war heroes of ours are being prosecuted for doing their jobs is a crime in itself. My thoughts and prayers go out to this brave man and his family. Hopefully, JUSTICE will prevail.

I think this is crap im going to work on this and get him out of leavenworth

I feel this is very unfair, of what has been done to this soldier. He was in a war, fighting for the freedom of Iraqi people. I just see this as very unreal, that he was sent to prison for any length of time. I think he should be released and given a honorable discharge and given all his back pay. I will pray, for this soldier and his family.

If I ever saw an injustice - this is it - what do they think they are doing - this brave man fought for our country - release him immediately!!!

Release this soldier

Im sorry our government has failed you Michael

This is bullshit. I'm glad he shot the guy. One less criminal out there. Let him go. If you think about every person a person in the military killed they would all be in jail. It was self defense. I hope who ever charged him goes to hell. Thank you to Lt. who risked his life for our freedom. I have a family member in the military and fucking BULLSHIT like this makes me so upset. Go Army.

I will bring this situation to the attention of Wyoming senators Enzi and Barrasso. Maybe they can talk to someone.

Sounds like he is an American hero and should immediately be released and cleared of all wrong doing . The enemy should not be given the satisfaction that I'm sure they are getting by LT Behenna being in prison this is an outrage and never should have happened.

We all know the government is crooked and will NEVER admit to being wrong. He shoulda shot the motherfucker...

This is an outrage to put this well decorated soldier in prison!! The government is corrupted and I can not believe they would do something like this let alone for all the hard work he has gone through. Behenna was dedicated to the military. He did what he was suppose to and for the government's stupid mistakes they send him to prison for killing a terrorist. What is our government coming to? Aren't we suppose to rid of terrorists? Behenna was protecting himself and us!!

This man did what he felt was right and in a sense was right, we fight terrorism; not defend it.

It is absolutely disgusting how the muslim terrorist in our White House treats our brave service people and veterans. This man should have been given a Herod welcome, but what else can we expect from an administration that appoints a notorious traitor as Secretary of State. Semper Fi Ranger, hopefully we get a real American in the White House in 2016, if obama bin laden isn't impeached sooner, and you are given a pardon from the injustice served upon you!

Anyone wanting to know how to help...this story needs to be brought to national attention before this injustice is likely to be corrected. Everyone call their local (and especially national) news media outlets, talk shows, anything you can come up with to request they interview Michael's family and share Michael's story. I pray for National Airtime: Help me ask the 700 Club to share Michael's story on air. To get started click on the link below. On the webpage, find the header "Be On The Show," and under it click on the underlined link that says "Share Your Stories." Please summarize Michael's story & include his website. http://event.cbn.com/700clubinteractive Ask the 700 Club to Air Michael's Story

This is a wrong in the highest possible way! Bring him home. Don't punish him for doing his job. How do you dare do this when it is because of our Servicemen and women that you and your family can sleep safely in your beds at night?

As the father of a Marine this story makes my blood boil!!! I have heard many stories of incompetent leadership in our military but this is a most grievous example of a subordinate being given an order that could only lead to a bad outcome. What idiot officer ordered him to transport this terrorist to his home? Someone please tell what the hell is going on? This is Vietnam all over again!

This is not true . Is it?

I think they should launch an investigation into who the IDIOT superior is, who was responsible for giving the order to assign this young man the duty of escorting a person he had a PERSONAL experience with--which INCLUDED WATCHING HIS COMRADES DIE at this terrorist's hands! HE/SHE is the TRUE "criminal" for starting this whole thing in motion for this poor young soldier!

This is totally ridiculous!!!!! I cannot fathom that our / his own government would treat a soldier like this. WOW!! I apologize for our government to the family. My prayers and hopes are with you all!! God Bless!!

This is a disgrace. Praying that Michael is released and his record cleared

This a complete travesty! UNACCEPTABLE, Michael is a hero and should be treated like a hero. He should not have ever been required to have a trial in the first place for doing his job and defending himself! FREE him NOW!!!

if theirs any way i could help let me know i am just a normal citizen but i will call anyone thatll listen this is a joke a hero is jailed how can any one have any faith in our government when things like this happen it is breaking my heart

We send them to defend our country and we can't take care of our own soilders! We wonder why America is going down fast! This is so ridiculous! Please save this soilder

This makes me sick. I'm currently serving the the USAF and this crap makes me not even want to serve anymore. What for? Obama has done so much damage to this country and nobody seems to give a damn. Fast and Furious, Benghazi, and this soldier gets 25 years for taking out a terrorist?! Our government is corrupt. Time to act people.

How can I help? I was trained to leave no man behind and I fully intend and live up to that sstandard

I JUST HAVE TO WONDER WHICH SIDE OUR GOVERNMENT IS ON.

Set him Free he defended his Country

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Help me ask the 700 Club to share Michael's story on air. To get started click on the link below. On the webpage, find the header "Be On The Show," and under it click on the underlined link that says "Share Your Stories"

Having spent 5 years in the Military and 21 years in Law Enforcement I am sickened by our government judging and treating its own like criminals, and welcoming the rest of the world to kill our citizens as if nothing happened. Michael we will get your message out in Illinois and help fight for your justice. Hang Tough Brother and God Bless!

Just another example of the Obama administration working against real Americans and American values. FREE MICHAEL, IMPEACH obama.

As a three tour veteran under 1st MAR DIV, I cannot express my disgust with the handling of situations like this in our beloved Armed Forces. Since when do we sacrifice our warriors, throw them to the dogs, to satisfy a civilian or military rep who has no expertise in this field of warfare whatsoever? Since when did our military get this bad?? I wish I had the power to open these eyeballs of decision makers, box them up and throw them in theatre, make them walk a mile in our shoes but unfortunately, they are nothing but cowards, men and woman who would run away in the face of danger. I've been spreading the word to fellow ground pounders and Army dogs I've had the pleasure of knowing and fighting alongside. Hopefully this will gain enough momentum to reach the right people. Stay strong brother. Your conscience is clear.

We support you Lt. Behenna!

I only hope that we can wake the people up to what are men and women go through and how they get treated..

This is a terrible travesty of justice, in times of conflict one has to act in the best interests of ones comrades. This action may not be what is called PC but it will and does save lives and that is what is important. We have the same thing happening here in the UK with 7 of our Royal Marine Commandos, this is just another example of our governments acting to please the enemy and demonstrate that they are prepared to sacrifice their own troops in the name of Political Correctness. Good luck and I hope this campaign is successf

I served In Iraq from March 2003 to Nov. 7th 2003 (OIF 1). My squad was hit with a rocket proppeled grenade, killing SSG Morgan D. Kennon, blowing off SSG Heath Calghouns' legs and my left hand, While also cravcking my skull. I am very proud of my service to my country as is my family but after learning of this I am sick to my stomach! How dare the very government that sent us into harms way use a panel of non-combat jokes for officers to prosecute an obvious HERO! This is treason and whomever is responsible should be brought up on charges and executed! I dont think there is anything I can do to help but if there is please let me know!! Thank You, SGT. RET. GARY J. YOAKAM

He is just a Soldier doing his job...free the man

Just another miscarriage of justice, rendered by those who have not been exposed to the situation this young officer was dealing with!

I don't know what to say. I'm so sorry this injustice took place near my home town. This looks more like a witch hunt for some unknown reason. The very fact that the justice (or lack of) system even considered prison time for this action is deplorable. As a veteran I can honestly say that our government is beyond corruption and no longer functions for the people. There's no excuse for this to take place. This is disgusting to me and I weep for what's left of America as we know it.

I don't know what I can do to help but I will try. This is insane.

I am retired Air Force. I spent 20 years giving my life for my country and I've never heard a story like this. How could this happen? I truly hope my signature helps. God Bless, Sheryl Hynes

He is Innocent, that is what secrets keep Everyone.... Sick, Sick, Sick!!!

I am praying for you Michael...as a Soldier myself, just retunring from Afghanistan, and the mother of a son who is also a Ranger, I understand the dangers and split second decisions you have to make...I am appaled at the way our OWN government and military has treated you...You are will always be a hero in my eyes. Wake up WASHINGTON!!! Someday, your own people will turn on you, standing up for the American people and what truly counts!!! This is a BS conviction!!! YOU(Commander and Chief) SENT HIM TO WAR!!! All he did was his JOB and now you punish him for it????? Do the right thing by this Soldier....LET HIM GO!!!!

This is terrible! A solider did his job, protected our citizens, and his own life in self defense and he gets punished for it? That is utter bullshit! Thanks to the armchair quarterbacks in Washington, we are in constant war and when you send out family members to do your dirty work this is how you re-pay them? You send your dogs to do the dirty work and they still end up in the pound. 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna should be released, or have parole, or have a re-trial.

It's ashame that the Military is so damn ignorant. You sit there and watch your men die and capture the idiot and for no reason he is let go and you know that he will target your men again and you do your job and then your put in prison. My Cousin Danny Domingo Fuentes was killed by a road side bomb and for what! So the government can let a known Al Queda terrorist go so he can kill U.S. soldiers again! I served for 25 in the Infantry and the reserves and at times I think for what. You have my support now and forever LT!!!

Please help this young brave man and let him go free. At the very least give him another trial (a fair one) He is one of our boys, fighting for our freedom .. he needs to be sent to his home with an honorable discharge. THANK YOU

You Sir are a TRUE AMERICAN HERO and should be released immediately for eliminating an imminent threat against the USA. I commend you for doing so and saving MANY American lives in the process.

How dare our government be so hypocritical....send men Nd women to war to do what?! Play with sticks?! This man did what he was trained to do by and for our government. Shame on those who found him guilty and convicted him. I hope you sleep well at night knowing you ruined a family's life by putting a true hero behind bars. Hats off to you lieutenant... I support you 110%.

i join any petition to allow another trial to exonorate lt behenna from this matter..my thinking is that he was in defence of his own life for the action he took...this opinion is from a ww2 veteran of d-day 1944 who knows full well how that situation could be...

Your son and family are in my prayers. I will first make my plea for Michael at the throne of my Savior and the highest Judge, who is faithful to hear our prayers. Next, I will contact my state and U.S. Rep's and Sen's. The real crime here is the traitorous and politically correct way they have cycled Michael through the "justice system". We have people in high places in the military and gov't who have no regard for truth, integrity, or loyalty. They discard Michael the same way they disregard the U.S. Constitution, true patriotism and their Creator. However, the Lord has not discarded or forgotten Michael. The Father gave His Son over to an evil, blind people to be the sacrifice on our behalf, for our sin. His perfect and deep love for Michael, and the desire He has for continuous fellowship with him, and His perfect plan and perfect timing for Michael cannot be thwarted by anyone or anything. Please tell Michael to hang in there, cling to his Lord, for he does have an advocate with the Father, the Righteous One, the Christ. I am so grateful for Michael's service and sacrifice (ongoing) for his countrymen. I pray for the day he regains his freedom to be soon. But, in the meantime, may he remember that internal liberty that comes from being "in Christ" can never be stolen from Michael.

Something is very wrong with this country and it is getting worse under this administration. I know our congressmen and senators are behind you on this. I at the very least want to thank Lieutenant Michael Behanna for his service to his country. He needs to receive a medal, not punished. I think you should also approach Fox News and get this story on both O'Riely and Hennaty. You need all the pressure you can get on those who would undermine our military,

America is awake and aware of the manure being shoveled to cover their asses! We are with you Michael and the petitions and letters are going out by the thousands. Be strong and remember "RLTW"!

You will not be forgotten. Through the willful hand of your brothers in arms and social media we will make your sorry spread. Thank you for your service. See you on the outside soon.

As this seems to me when they not only A) decided to release a known terrorist on the kill/capture list that had taken American lives they then B) had the officer who lost man and captured this man in the first place. Why is the officer that defended himself being placed on trial and sentenced to 25 years when the person who ordered the release being held behind the curtain safely?

If the choice was given to me I would have gladly taken the fall for this, would have been honored to serve under him, he did what ANY AND ALL, service members would have gladly done, the fact that he was charged is an absolute atrocity. He did his job..simple as that.

NO WONDER OUR MILITARY'S MORALE IS AT AN ALL TIME LOW! Travesty of justice. The so-called military honor has sunk to an all-time low. Kowtowing to appease its sworn enemies, at the expense of OUR sons and OUR daughters. To Hell with this military tribunal. May THEY be judged by the MOST HIGH COURT. And may Michael get released - in Jesus Name! I want this military court to see this remark! Why aren't military courts subject to review and court martial?

suppression of exculpatory evidence : ( They do that in the military courts too. Hoping elected officials can press for a pardon or commutation at least.

Good day, If what this article states is true, then this is a severe breach of justice that needs to be rectified as quickly as possible. This man should be acquitted, pardoned, and his records expunged. Sincerely DMS LTC, USA, RET

let me know what i can do to further the cause i can at least raise awareness

I'm blown away that a soldier would be convicted of murder during war time. It's ridiculous. You put young men in a high stress environment with guns plus war going on all around them, and then get upset when something goes wrong. We should not have been in this crazy country anyway. This is a total miscarriage of justice. The most that should have happened to this soldier would be deduction of wages, or extra duty for perhaps allowing the enemy to take advantage of him. He has committed no crime. How many other soldiers are being punished unfairly? I'll be there are more.

This is a travesty and incredible miscarriage of justice. This young man should have been awarded a medal instead of being put on trial. It is the prosecutorial team that should be on trial here. Please grant this hero a new trial immediately.

Our weak gubermint and the worst president in history has allow a hero to be punished for something he was trained to do. A railroad job by the service. Yes I am a veteran.

I am sickened by this lack of honor and dignity not bestowed upon this soldier. We will never know, thank God or should I say Lt Behenna, we will never know what this terrorist may have done to our fellow Americans. He is a hero and should be treated as such!!!!

This is an outrage, This is a disgrace that our military would prosicute a soldier for doing his job. When there are plenty of people in Washington that should be tried for treason and are not.

God Bless you Sir. I have and will start ringing the bell. You sir have defended those you served with and for well.

Shame on the US Army!

wtf is our country coming to. no one knows who the enemy is. i say release him immediately with honors.

Shame on the Military and anyone involved in treating our solider worse than Al Qaeda. This happened in a time and place of war. If you can't kill the enemy, then what did we send our people over there for? Al Qaeda terrorists are crazy and how can anyone expect these brave people to fully do their jobs without distraction if they have to worry about being prosecuted by their country who put them there. This man by choice decided to fight for US!! The United States of America!!! Going over there was not HIS choice! He is a HERO who defended himself for his life and right to see his family again. Career criminal get less time for double murders of innocent law abiding citizens

free my brother! I would appeal to the President for a pardon/amnesty for Mike. He is in his last term and has the power. Push for this. Today another brother and Oregon native passed after being shot by the police. He was a 503rd Airborne and worked along side Giunta (medal of honor). His crime...a PTSD moment...save us!

After serving my country for over 20 years flying combat missions in the Congo, Dominican Republic, North Vietnam I feared the same type of retribution for my service. It is War not a game and when good American service men get killed it requires response. Whatever measure that is required. The check American Military Men signs is up to and including ones own death. For this commitment he must be concerned with unscrupulous prosecutors in the Government he is serving. Not much regard for what he is trying to do just don't break the opinion of the prosecutors!! Fear the retribution for doing your job and defending your own life. I am glad I am retired now. I truly am Proud of Lt Michael Behenna and would stand by his side in a fight against these so called Prosecutors and Judges. Get a real life and become the Garbage collectors you deserve to be. Retired and proud of it. You gentlemen do not deserve to have brave men defending you.

I am appalled to hear this information. This soldier should be released immediately. He was defending his country and his own life, as was his job. It never ceases to amaze me what decisions are made that sacrifice our own countrymen and soldiers in favor of the enemy! I am asking my congressmen to stand behind this US soldier and his actions, and intervene in the behalf of Lt. Behenna.

Release him. IMMEDIATEKY!!!!

Free this American Hero!!

This is a disgrace to America and our Armed Forces. I suppose the next thing Obama will do is take away the military's weapons. Its time for a revolution in this country and time to take it back from fools!

As a former member of the 2nd Ranger Bn. it pains me to see the treatment a fellow Ranger is going through at the hands of people with a political agenda. These traitors within our own ranks care nothing for the sacrifices our men and women have given for this country and only care for their own political and monetary gain. How many of these army officers that convicted LT Behenna are now guaranteed promotions? I'm sorry but the more I see things like this the more I consider the words I swore an oath to and that is to protect this country against all enemies foreign and domestic. I do believe our domestic enemies are more dangerous to us at this time than at any other time in history. My prayers are with LT Behenna and his family.

As a Vietnam Vet. I do not know how the jury can sleep at night knowing what they have done to a MAN WHO WAS SENT TO DO WHAT HE DONE. please PLEASE release HIM Dallas

This is an outrage, but exactly what happens when you have a freaking Muslim president. He is fighting for them and not us, it is more and more obvious. People need to wake up.

Thank you for your service Lt. Thank you for killing our enemy ! I will do everything that I can to spread your story and you will be freed soon. True americans will not stand for this.

The military justice system has utterly failed in this case. I am shocked at this outrage against our country. Where is President Barack Obama? Lt. Behenna must be released and granted full back pay. Anything else dishonors our nation and our war effort.

Based on this information he should not be held.

Sounds to me like we need to appreciate this soldier and not persecute him!

I have to say that I am not familiar with the details, but you mention that... "•On February 26th LT Behenna testified that while he was interrogating Mansur he turned his head towards his interpreter, and when he did, Mansur lunged for his gun" What was the interpreters testimony? Was the interpreter a host country national or US military? That seems like a huge piece of the puzzle as to what really happened. Was the LT's MISREP/TACREP introduced?

Dear LT Behenna, I'm so sorry that you were betrayed by your own country! Please know that We the People care and we will help you! May God bless you and keep you strong while you wait for justice. . .in Jesus I pray!

This behavior on the part of the US Army undermines the individual commitment to defending the United States. If a soldier can be found guilty by such nonsense and legal maneuvering it goes to the heart of the problems that we face. It's war and we cannot go about killing the innocent civilians, but this was no innocent civilian. This was a known Al Qaeda operative and as such is a legal combatant. He should never have been released by the US forces. I know this will remind others of Lt Calley, but it's not even close. In returning the enemy combatant there must have been others present that can testify to the events. Where are their statements? Good luck and God Bless - Kelly

Will be contacting my government representatives.

NOW IT IS TIME TO LEAVE IRAQ COMPLETELY. WE MADE BELIEVE THE SOLDIERS LOST THE WAR TO COVER THE POLITICIAN'S ASSES AND NOW WE HAVE HUNG A LOWLY LIEUTENANT FOR DOING HIS JOB. SOUND FAMILIAR? (HINT: MAI LAI)

this is disgraceful. A soldier when attacked should be able to defend himself, without being tried for murder. How can you continue to get men to volunteer for military duty when the ones already in are treated like dog doo under the shoe? Pres. Obama cut out military breakfasts overseas to save money. What cruelty is this? Men who are carrying 60 + pounds of gear need breakfast.

Thank you for your service, Lieutenant Michael Behenna. I have not yet delved into your whole ordeal, but I support any soldier who supports me and my family, by serving the cause of freedom. I see you have support from Dennis Miller and Col. Allen West. Those are two of the best, right there. I'm glad you have them on your side. Keep the faith, soldier. And if you have not the faith, then seek it. You will endure this hardship, and emerge a stronger and better man. When you do, with God's blessing, we'll be well on our way to vanquishing the same forces who did this to you—the inverters of justice and truth. God Bless...

HE'S A HERO AND I'M DISGUSTED WITH WHAT THIS GOVERMENT DOES TO OUR SOLDIERS.

I fought in the same theatre of Operations as he did. I fought as a Ranger as well. What he did I would have done again and again. It is War and people die. The mission is to kill the enemy;not to punish our own for carrying out the mission. The judgement of my brother is unjust and one day, real justice will be met out onto those who have no honor! Rangers Lead the Way!

No matter what, we have to save this brave young Army Ranger. He's done NOTHING wrong. In fact, he should get a medal!

If things went down that way, this is one of the grossest travesties of justice I have ever heard of. I know the military can be vindictive at times. It seems to me that his commanders should not have used him as an escort first of all a gross waste of the Lt.'s talents, and secondly their shared bad history is an obvious bad judgement on the part of his commanders or a setup. In either case it seems to me that he is a scapegoat and the wrong person is in jail IF anyone deserves to go at all. This is at a time of war with a foreign power, unless positive proof of breaking the Geneva Convention or disobeying a lawful order then any erring should be to the benefit of our troops that risk their lives to protect us every day. Even though him commander put him in a bad situation he survived and defended his counry again

May the God Israel and of Avahm; Yitzak and Yakov judge between you and those who oppress you and confound their wiles and those of the devil by setting you free. May you be found to not have done a crime but rather let the treachery of those who hate you without cause have their deeds turned back upon them. I ask these thing in the name of Messiah Yeshua and say Ameyn ! David

I have added your Website to my Company Web site, WWW.rhino-arms.com I have also included Michael to my nightly daven.

Are you telling me that this situation was not declared a "workplace violence" incident? This entire affair succinctly clarifies the term BOHICA, CLUSTER and PC all in one! Free Michael!

I have no words to describe how disgraceful it is to know that one of our own could be prosecuted and convicted of protecting his own life. The fact that this man was a known terrorist and dangerous individual may have given the LT reason to have his guard up during the interrogation but after serving in Iraq and taking part in interrogations myself I can honestly say that I am angered and outraged and how this turned out. How could a jury think that they would not have acted in the same way. As a human being our first instinct when attacked would be to protect ourselves by any means necessary regardless of who is attacking us. I'm disgusted. Almost speechless that this man has been sent to jail, wasting 25 years of his life, for doing EXACTLY what anyone in his shoes would have done. How sad that this jury could be so cruel. That they could live their life's knowing they ruined the life of another.

I hope that this man gets a new day in court. A man who gives his service to this country deserves better.

I WAS NOT THERE SO I DON'T KNOW ALL THE FACTS. NEITHER WAS ANYBODY ELSE. BUT WE SENT THEM BOYS TO FIGHT FOR OUR COUNTRY. WE NEED TO QUIT PLAYING AROUND GO DO WHAT WE GOT TO DO AND GET OUT. THEY WILL NEVER CHANGE. ALL WE ARE DOING IS SPENDING MONEY AND RISKING LIVES WE DON'T HAVE. BUT HE HAD A JOB TO DO AND HE DID WHAT WAS NECESSARY AFTER ALL THE OTHER GUY HAS ALREADY KILLED 2 AND HURT MANY MORE. IT IS EASY TO MONDAY MORNING QUARTER BACK BUT WHEN YOU ONLY HAVE A SECOND YOU DO WHAT YOU THINK IS RIGHT. I COULD SEE MAYBE TAKING HIM OUT OF THE MILITARY BUT PRISON THAT IS WAY OVER BOARD PLEASE RETHINK THIS THE BOY WAS AWAY FROM HIM FAMILY TO LONG AS IT WAS SEND HIM HOME. THANK YOU PLEASE THINK OF IT AS IF IT WAS YOUR CHILD.

THIS!!! IS JUST VERY,VERY W R O N G !!!!!

This is travesty of unthinkable proportions. Lt Behenna should be released immediately. Awarded a medal for disposing of a known enemy in self defense as well as monetary award commensurate with the wrong done to him. Then the judge and prosecutor should be prosecuted for gross misconduct.

I will be contacting my congressman about lt.behenna's case and ask why a hero and proud warrior only guilty of fighting for a screwed up government not murder...I will definately be contacting my congressman anyway due to the assault weapons ban and magazine limits anyway...but this is absolutely beyond bullshit that while I sleep in my warm bed free because of him he sits in fort Leavenworth for defending himself I truly am ashamed of the army for this....sincerely,Robert Langwasser

How sad, I pray he is released.

Self defense.. what part of this don't you understand.. Stop making our military out to be the bad one. Thank you Lt Behenna for what you have don't to keep me and my family save. God Bless you always. you are in my prayers.

I will do what I can to help get the truth out about Lt. Behenna. It seems as though he was unfairly convicted.

We can not send men into war with their hands tied -

This is just wrong. To think that this man is in jail for doing his job is absurd!!

If the Lt killed the P.O.S. in self defense, what's he in jail for? Is there video evidence to rebut the Lt.'s statement? Then I don't understand what the hell happened. All I know is the American people are behind our military 100% and screw all those al qaeda S.O.B."s!!

Oh good! now they will like us. GAG

We as a country should stop fighting wars with lawyers looking over our shoulders. From the recap above this soldier is being made an example of, he should not be in prison for serving his country.

As a mother of an Iraq War Army Veteran, and a patriot I am sickened by the injustice of this. 1st Lieutenant Behenna should be considered a hero, and not a convicted criminal. It saddens me to no end to hear of his plight. My prayers go out to him and his family.. Stay strong warrior!

the arrogance of our leaders is sickening... you send men to war to fight,but then you wont let them.. FREE 1ST LIEUTENANT MICHAEL BEHENNA!!!!

Thank you for your service Michael. Sorry our gov. has betrayed you. "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness sake, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven."

This needs re-posted for more people to find and follow: Bailey Duval says: January 27, 2013 at 6:12 am I need all the help I might receive from all of you with emailing and calling the Christian Broadcast Network (CBN) with the request that they provide airtime and website links to Michael’s story this week. This group is one of the largest sources of national Christian news and is widely watched. The 700 Club is just one of the shows that they air. I strongly feel CBN airing Michael’s story is a must for his plight to gain more national attention. CBN accepts calls and emails for viewers to submit story ideas to editors. I need every last one of you who sees this to help me call and email CBN. CBN Main Switchboard: (757) 226-7000 Select: Comment on website contents – Request that they post a link on the CBN website to Michael Behenna’s story in the input box that allows you to submit this request: http://www.cbn.com/contact/feedback-cbnonline.aspx Click: “Suggest Topic for a Feature Story” – Ask CBN to feature Michael Behenna’s story on air. Provide Michael’s website link and contact information for Michael’s family in the quick and easy submit box on the webpage link below: ://www.cbn.com/contact/feedback-cbnnewswatch.aspxhttp Thank you all for your help with this idea of mine that I hope and pray bears fruit with help from many of you. May God bless you all.

This appears to be a travesty of justice no matter what court allowed it to happen. This is one more attack of a US soldier for doing his duty with attempted delivery of a 'suspect' as ordered even though said suspect was guilty of criminal activity against the US military. The decision to imprision this loyal American soldier for shooting an enemy of the United States during course of his duty with proof given by prosecution witness that the prisoner was standing at the time of the shooting and then covering up the testimony of this expert witness shows the abhorrant behavior of those in command in the US military. Shame on all those with 'the power' to order wrong activities against the actual truth known by these very real soldiers,

Why isn’t this huge right now? It’s been since 2009 and I’ve not heard a word of it til today!

Why isn't this huge right now? It's been since 2009 and I've not heard a word of it til today!

Free this Hero ASAP

To whom it may concern, Someone needs to get in touch with Human rights watch. They will help!

I will fight for justice and increase awareness!

This is bullshit. This man was in the right and our crooked government locked his honorable ass up.

Im on ur side

I am an American and I want 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna pardon especially since he did nothing wrong but defend his comrades from someone trying to kill him. Who exactly do you think you are putting this man in prison for protecting his country and the constitution. I am sadly ashamed of the Judges and lawyers that say they will uphold the constitution would do our men this way..

1st Lt Michael Behenna should praised as a hero instead you treat him as a criminal . The persons responsible for this miscarriage of justice should be ashamed to wear the uniform . How dare you treat a hero like a criminal. Your the ones that should be jailed ! Millitary justice is one sided and blind . Do the right thing and release Michael Behenna now

I remember this case. I lost track of it because I never thought the LT would ever be convicted. What can I do to help?

This is wholly unacceptable; to jail this patriot for defending himself from a known terrorist and suspect in the killings of his men. I am shocked and dismayed that our military would do this! I stand with every other patriotic American and respectfully demand his pardon and release! These actions will have a reckoning coming.

I cannot belive that killing the enemy of or freedom is a crime. We dont need to waste time negotiating with them as if they are our buddy. If you're reading this and you can get this proud patriot out behind bars, please act apon this ASAP.

I read Michaels story, I was deeply moved Not only do I believe he should be released, but I think he should be given a medal of honor! To take our young men and put them in situations where they have to make decisions like that, and when they do to save the lives of their friends and countrymen, makes me think what would I have done? I think he should be home with his family getting help to recover from his scars suffered from his dutiful actions serving our great country! God be with you and I will share his story with all! Tears for his mother and insurmountable respect for this great American!

absolutely deplorable

Free this man and prosecute those that intentionally with held vital evidence that would prove this man innocent.

1st lieutenant Behenna should receive by the Supreme Court.He is one of Our Heroes.

This man did his job. Turn him loose.

This is so typical of the liberal jugheads who run our country. THEY are the disgrace to the American people. True Patriots will stand with you Michael - your freedom is asurred - just be patient and know you are not forgotten!

This is just ridiculous, let him out of prison he did what needed to be done to defend himself and everyone under his command. If a soldier kills a known terrorist it should never be considered murder. They don't think twice about killing Americans military or otherwise. I believe his actions are justified, release him and drop all charges.

Thank you for your service, I hope you are released as soon as possible .

Whisky Tango Foxtrot... this is how heos are treated I've seenb it before but never heard of a conviction.

I am so sorry this is happening to you, it's really unbelievable. Thank you for your service LT, I hope they give you a retrial or there can be a petition or something to get you home where you belong. I think more people need to know about this and it's not publicized because I have never heard about thsi:(

WTH? You kill an enemy and now you spend the rest of your productive years in jail? Give the ranger a medal, not a sentence. Who do we have to write in order to protest this?

This must be a joke!! I am proud of this young man. He should get NO Time. What is our country coming too. If I can help him in any way Please let me know.

I will help get this story out as much and many times as possible. I will also call on my congressman as well. Best regards, Smokey Regan

Thoroughly disgusted with this country lately.

He was doing his job as a soldier. He defended himself when attack. This is totally stupid to put a man in prison for doing his job. The person that order the release of that man should be shot. Michael is the hero, just doing his job and now he is punished for it. Give him his freedom back and clean up his military record also to show no negative information in it all. This is crazy of our government to do something like this.

my prayers are with this very young and brave man.

I request everyone with even 5 minutes to spare to contact CBN News (nationally broadcasted) at both links below to quickly request that they air Michael's story with these quick online forms in the links below. Suggest A Feature Story for CBN News to Air Suggest a Feature Story for the 700 Club to Air

The President as Commander in Chief ought to pardon all these soldiers who reacted normally under stress fighting a war on foreign soil. This isn't the justice America was built on. The media has completely ignored something so serious that our young men could turn away from selecting the Armed Services as a career.

I need all the help I might receive from all of you with emailing and calling the Christian Broadcast Network (CBN) with the request that they provide airtime and website links to Michael's story this week. This group is one of the largest sources of national Christian news and is widely watched. The 700 Club is just one of the shows that they air. I strongly feel CBN airing Michael's story is a must for his plight to gain more national attention. CBN accepts calls and emails for viewers to submit story ideas to editors. I need every last one of you who sees this to help me call and email CBN. CBN Main Switchboard: (757) 226-7000 Select: Comment on website contents - Request that they post a link on the CBN website to Michael Behenna's story in the input box that allows you to submit this request: http://www.cbn.com/contact/feedback-cbnonline.aspx Click: "Suggest Topic for a Feature Story" - Ask CBN to feature Michael Behenna's story on air. Provide Michael's website link and contact information for Michael's family in the quick and easy submit box on the webpage link below: http://www.cbn.com/contact/feedback-cbnnewswatch.aspx Thank you all for your help with this idea of mine that I hope and pray bears fruit with help from many of you. May God bless you all.

Michael, yesterday from behind the bars that unjustly and unconstitutionally hold you, you saved the life and freedom of a previous little 17 year old girl named Asia. I hope someone who is allowed to visit you shares this with you. While at the mall, God set it up for me to meet two total strangers. The mom told me her little girl was set to graduate from high school in May and join the Air Force. They'd already met with military recruiters. I nervously asked if it was too late for the daughter to back out. Both mom and daughter looked at me surprised that I would ask this question. I was told final papers have not yet been signed. Immediately I pulled up Michael's website on my phone and stood there for over half an hour as this mom and daughter pair read your page with a look of horror on their faces. This mother looked panic stricken, as well she should have, as she read. She was angered and felt lied to by military recruiters who had not disclosed that her daughter's most basic Constitutional rights to defend her own life if need be would be stripped from her. This outraged mom promised to contact NC representatives, as well as military recruiters who she was especially angry with...likely because they lied to both her and her daughter by omission of the fact that joining the military now equals being stripped of all basic rights with things as they stand now. Both mom and daughter were horrified as they read on about the unjust military trial. I explained as they read that no civilian court would be able to get away with proceeding in that manner towards any civilian defendant, and I explained basic rules military courts blatantly ignored (i.e. all evidence that is favorable must be disclosed, appeals courts cannot raise new issues and base denials upon issues a defense team was never allowed to address at trial, etc). The daughter promised the mother she was backing out of her post high school plan of military service. I have never to date seen such a look of relief and peace and joy was over a mother's face. The tears and the hugs...God is using you Michael...in mighty ways. No longer is our military acting honorably, or even lawfully, towards men and women who sign on the dotted line. You saved this teenaged child from your fate, or possibly worse, since this little girl may have chosen not to risk military jail to defend herself or fellow soldiers, or hesitated to try to decide what to do...and thus allowed her weapon to be taken from her and used on herself and others if she'd ever ended up in your shoes, being attacked with rocks as a war criminal lunged for her gun. I hate that you are unjustly being held in military prison for defending yourself when you had to under the circumstances that arose, but I thank you...even while unconstitutionally imprisoned, for you saved this child and her family from your unjust fate. Everyone who reads this please agree with me in prayer as you read below. In the name of Jesus, Yahweh please soon free Michael Behenna from this unjust military prison sentence and bring him home soon. We know and see that You are using Michael to protect others Lord, but we beg of You Father to bring him home soon. It is too painful to endure watching the military take Michael's freedom from him and his family daily Lord. I know Michael would remain positive and insist upon staying in prison for the sake of being a warning to others and sparing others from his fate, but God, thousands of others are suffering and will be as long as this crime against basic rights and God given freedom is allowed to be continued by our military. In the precious name of the Lord Jesus, please end the continuously inflicted suffering and pain of separation from loved ones Lord, provide Michael with justice in the Supreme Court, and bring him home soon Lord.

I am OUTRAGED! Why is an Al Qaeda life worth more than a us soldiers life?!!! Who can call who can I email? This is not right and I do not understand why the US government has turned it's back on the 1st lt. Why are we over there fighting if we will go to jail if we harm the enemy? Sincerely Outraged, Mischa Bignell Sgt 1991-1996 USMC

Small wonder that we've had so many military men kill themselves. They are in a situation where they have no hope whether in combat or at the hands of bureaucrats and army brass. I will pray for Lt. Behenna and his family. May God bless him and may the Supreme Court show him mercy by ruling in his favor.

Why is this story not getting more press? Is the liberal media burying this story too? Horrible travesty. Praying for Michael and his family!

this man should be freed and honored as a hero!!

just wanted to let michael know that i have been in contact with our congressmen here in virginia.as a fellow army soldier and infantryman we need to never leave anyone of our brothers,and i will do whatever i can to bring you home

Hey Micheal,we have been thinking of you and praying for you and family. Ray, Johny, and I where visiting about you the other day and wanted to know if a script to one of the fight magazines would be something you would read? Also wanted to know how you've been. I've ask Johny about mentioning your name in his next fight, would that be OK as well That has to be cleared by the UFC. Johny loves the military as do I, yet what the military justice system has done to you and your family doesn't set very well. It's a true injustice to a great hero, soldier, and Patriot. God bless ya Micheal. Keven Hendricks t's

this brave soldier should b freed

You almost would have had to have been a victim yourself to be able to believe the injustice Michael has suffered. As the old saying goes, you can't make this stuff up. I hope on day to meet Michael and be able to shake his hand. He has paid a dear price for us, unfortunately a price that didn't need paying. I've sent money on occasions but most important Michael has been in my prayers . I k ow it seems as they haven't been answered, but I must believe they have been to some extent. His ordeal will serve to show us the injustice this world offers. I am a Viet Nam vet. I believe he's been persecuted even more unjustly that some of our troops were. When will our Lilly liveried people learn that when you go to war, you kill , period,,,end of discussion. I am sure that in Michaels heart he never got up that faithful morning and said to himself, well I think I'll kill an innocent man today! If only the judges could have that revelation. I will continue to support Michael, I hope everyone else will as well. God bless him and his family.

One last idea of mine and request of you all...another group that might come to Michael's aid to provide national attention to what has happened to him if enough requests are made of them to so do is the American Center for Law and Justice. Please CALL to ask the American Center for Law and Justice to post Michael's story on their website, and ask them to feature Michael on their radio show. The time to drum up national attention to bring attention to Michael's Supreme Court Writ of Certiorari is RIGHT NOW. No time to waste. Web Link with Phone Numbers to Call: http://aclj.org/get-legal-help/get-our-legal-help

Every Saturday night, I stay up late writing emails re-telling Michael's story & requesting national air time to educate the public about the plight of all military men and women who have no more than a pretense of the right to defend their own lives according to the highest military courts who are ignoring not only the Constitution, but even this most basic of human rights for our service men and women. Please join me this month in writing to the 700 Club (a nationally watched Christian news program), to explain what has happened to Michael specifically, send links to his Supreme Court Petition and website, and educate them about the fact that this injustice is happening right now to too many entire military families for me to even want to think about. The 700 Club (email, address, and phone number link is below): http://m.cbn.com/contact

Not a novel idea, as one poster just stated that if allowed he would volunteer to serve Michael's sentence for him, but one that might drive a very important point home. Why not flood the military higher ups with requests by the thousands for all of us to offer to serve a day of Michael Behenna's unjust sentence for him? With the sheer numbers of people who I believe would volunteer to do so in a heartbeat if allowed, I think we could have his entire unjust sentence served in day. If thousands of such requests are rubber stamp denied as all else has been thus far, at the very least, I would be willing to gamble that thousands of such letters sent to the President, and other heads of the military, would send a loud and clear message. Bring these injustices of incarceration, for self defense that our soldiers currently have no true or clear right to, to an end. Anyone who might know whom in the military to direct my letters & calls to in regard to this, please post. A new petition with this request by volunteers willing to serve a day of this unjust sentence is in order. Who would join me to give up a day of freedom to being this injustice to an end?

I just read the Supreme Court petition. It so clearly frames the fact that our police officers have a true right of self defense, while our military members have nothing more than a pretense of one. Until this grave injustice is rectified by the Supreme Court, I urge you all to fully inform any friend or family member considering military service of the issue, and I urge you to talk every last one of them out of serving. We have a duty to inform those currently serving in our military of what has been concealed from them regarding the fact that they are truly giving up their most basic right of self defense by entering into or remaining in military service past the amount of time they have already been entrapped into unknowingly giving up all basic rights that belong to all US citizens. Why are our service men and women being treated like they are not US citizens with rights to fair trials & a right of self defense, in extremely dangerous war zones no less? This is extremely bad for the military, so much so, that I am puzzled as to why the decision & policy makers fail to see so of their own accord. Serving in our military is by current military law & military court rulings a suicide mission waiting to happen, for there is no true or clear right of self defense with the unconstitutional status quo of military law as it is currently being applied. It is outraging. Recruiters should be legally required to disclose this fact before tricking trusting young men and women into military service contracts that in my opinion, blatently lie in an outraging manner, by omission. I call on every last person with 30 minutes to spare daily to weekly to write all local and national news & all other possible venues to request attention be called to the reality of the grave injustice of current military legal decisions to all of our service members. Men and women DO NOT SERVE ALONE. Families serve with them. Entire FAMILIES are being UNCONSTITUTIONALLY IMPRISONED with them. THESE INJUSTICES WILL GAIN THE ATTENTION OF THE SUPREME COURT IF WE ALL DO WHATEVER WE CAN TO INFORM EVERYONE WE KNOW, AND THE ENTIRE NATION OF THE STANDING INJUSTICE BEING ACTIVELY CARRIED OUT UPON EVERY LAST HUMAN BEING SERVING IN OUR MILITARY. The saying that "Evil triumphs when good men remain silent," is as true today as it has always been. We all have a duty to call and write to demand this story of the many great injustices that have been done to Michael be told on air. We all have a duty to flood our state reps with letters & calls. I thank God for the lawyers who put this Supreme Court petition together on behalf of Michael & on behalf of every last military member serving and those to serve. I call on all good men and good women, who support both Michael & all who serve in the military, to daily & weekly help demand that this issue be made known to the masses. Indeed, may this finally be the year that Michael Behenna returns home. Prayer moves mountains. In the precious name of Jesus, Father, we ask you to keep Michael Behenna safe and to return him home safely to his family soon.

I came across Michael's story while on a newsite and the tragedy of the story was gripping . . . he and his family will be in my prayers now. Be assured the God of perfect justice has not forgotten you!

A soldier should not be treated this way. I tried to join the USMC at 18 and was pdq'd (permanently disqualified) because of asthma. I am now a 41yr old man and I would do Lt Mehenna's time for him. My father is a USAF SMSGT(ret) who served in Korea and two tours of duty in Vietnam. He received two Bronze Stars and a Purple Heart while doing so. Thanks to this great country while he was there he was exposed to Agent Orange and was deemed 90% disabled in 2010 by the VA. He had a radical prostectomy in 2004 and has suffered from PTSD since I can remember. Maybe the DOD should be charged with the murder of every member of The Armed Forces who died in Vietnam. And as well every life lost of the insurgents of said "war".

Hang in there Lt. Behenna there are a lot more of "us" out here than "them" and we all support you 110% We are all praying for you with the love of Jesus in our hearts. Just another Vietman era "squid" and M.Marine vet. P.S. I'm writing my Sen. retired Co. Jack Reed, maybe he can get involved If he isn't already. Jesus and his Angels are surrounding and protecting you, Amen.

GOD BLESS YOU, COLONEL WEST. I ONLY WISH THAT IT HAD BEEN YOU RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT INSTEAD OF THE JOKER WE ARE STUCK WITH. NOT ONLY ARE YOU A SEASONED COMBAT VETERAN; BUT YOU ACTUALLY LOVE THIS COUNTRY OF OURS AND SEEM DETERMINED TO DEFEND IT AGAINST ALL ENEMIES - FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC. (YES, THAT IS A PLEDGE THAT OUR ELECTED LEADERS TAKE UPON ASSUMING OFFICE. HOW MANY OF THEM REALLY MEAN IT THESE DAYS?) YOU ARE QUITE RIGHT. WE ARE IN A BATTLE FOR OUR VERY SURVIVAL AS A FREE CONSTITUTIONAL REPUBLIC - NOT A "DEMOCRACY" AS SO MANY OF OUR TALKING HEADS WOULD HAVE US BELIEVE. (OUR FOUNDING FATHERS KNEW WELL WHAT COULD HAPPEN IN A DEMOCRACY - THAT IT LEADS ULTIMATELY TO TYRANNY.) THE ENEMY WE ARE UP AGAINST IS CRUEL, BRUTAL AND RUTHLESS, AS WELL AS CUNNING. THEY HAVE LEARNED TO USE OUR OWN TOLERANT, "DEMOCRATIC" AND MERCIFUL WAYS AGAINST US - HERE AT HOME AS WELL AS ABROAD. YET THAT IS WHAT COULD BE LOST IF OUR ENEMIES GAIN THE UPPER HAND - OUR CONSTITUTION REPLACED WITH SHARIA LAW - UNDER A TOTALITARIAN REGIME DISGUISED AS A RELIGION. AND MAKE NO MISTAKE ABOUT IT, IT COULD HAPPEN HERE. LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED IN LEBANON AS JUST ONE EXAMPLE, AND LOOK AT WHAT IS HAPPENING BEFORE OUR EYES, IF WE ARE WILLING TO SEE THE TRUTH, IN EUROPE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PAST SERVICE TO AND LOVE OF THIS GREAT COUNTRY. (MY FATHER WAS A 6TH DIV. MARINE IN WWII, SO I HAVE AN EXCEEDING ADMIRATION FOR THOSE WHO HAVE FOUGHT AND HONORABLY SERVED OUR COUNTRY.) I ONLY WISH MORE PEOPLE COULD WITNESS YOUR SANITY, YOUR LOGIC AND YOUR PATRIOTISM.

I too have had a problem signing the petition and leaving a comment (1/9/13), so i shall leave the comment here. 1st LT. MICHAEL BEHENNA SHOULD BE FREED IMMEDIATELY! IF THIS IS ANY INDICATION OF HOW OUR MILITARY JUSTICE SYSTEM TREATS OUR MEN AND WOMEN IN UNIFORM, HOW CAN WE EVER AGAIN ASK OUR PEOPLE TO PUT THEMSELVES IN HARM'S WAY FOR OUR COUNTRY? THIS REMINDS ME OF WHAT HAPPENED TO THE MARINE COLONEL IN THE MOVIE, "RULES OF ENGAGEMENT", STARRING TOMMY LEE JONES AS THE COLONEL'S BEST FRIEND AND LAWYER. IF YOU HAVE NEVER SEEN THE MOVIE, BUY IT OR RENT IT - IT'S A MUST SEE! TO GIVE YOU SOME IDEA OF THE TYPE OF PEOPLE THAT LT. BEHENNA AND HIS FELLOW SOLDIERS ARE UP AGAINST, HERE IS ONE EXAMPLE: The following refers to Lebanese terrorist Samir Kuntar. In 1979, Kuntar was imprisoned for shooting an Israeli civilian in front of the Israeli's 4-year-old daughter, and then bashing in the little girl's head with his rifle. In 2008, Al-Jazeera in Qatar threw a televised birthday party for Kuntar, then newly released in a prisoner exchange. An Al-Jazeera interviewer told Kuntar, "You deserve even more than this," then brought out cake and sparklers. THAT GIVES YOU SOME IDEA OF THE TYPE OF ENEMY WE ARE FIGHTING AGAINST - CRUEL, MERCILESS AND BOUND BY THE WRITINGS OF THE KORAN, THE HADDITH AND SHARIA TO BEHAVE THAT WAY AGAINST ALL "INFIDELS" (ie. NON-MUSLIMS). MAY GOD BLESS AND STRENGTHEN LT. MICHAEL BEHENNA; AND MAY TRUE JUSTICE OPEN HIS PRISON DOORS TO FREEDOM. ALL MY PRAYERS AND GOOD WISHES TO YOU MICHAEL - AND THOUGH IT SEEMS THE POWERS-THAT-BE DON'T SEEM TO WANT TO SHOW GRATITUDE FOR YOUR COURAGE AND SACRIFICE, I DO!!! THANK YOU, AND ALL OF OUR MEN AND WOMEN IN UNIFORM WHO HAVE - AND CONTINUE TO - PUT THEMSELVES IN HARM'S WAY FOR OUR COUNTRY.

I also have served in the army and in viet-nam,I was 11-b-20 thats infantry for those of you who are not familar with MOS, but after reading this article, how on earth or better yet why would anyone ever want to serve in a military that teaches us to kill the enemy and in many various ways, before they kill us, and yet now our new government is proscuting our hero's and apologizing to our enemy, not to mention billons of taxpayer dollars to support the scumbags, I can not belive what our government has turned into, it is getting scary anymore to be a american, where is the pride we were once taught, now we have to be politically correct even when you face death in combat or you might end up apologizing to the enemy just before our government sentences you to life in prison, 25 years is a life sentence, I could go on and on, I remember the hippies back in the late 60's and early 70's ramping on how we need peace not war,does anyone ever stop to think maybe none of us like war, but someone gets stuck sacraficing his or her life so all the rest of the world can protest against them and tell them how awful they are for securing our country

LT Behenna you are my hero as well as millions of other Americans for what you did for your men as well as the citizens of our country. You are clearly getting railroaded for political reasons and it shows that our great country still needs help. I lost my brother in law on 911 and I was 10 blocks away that day and my family sleeps better at night knowing we have people such as yourself helping to defeat evil. Stay strong and know that good always overcomes evil and you will one day be free again and lets hope its in the near future. God Bless You!!

I have received the request sign the petition, but when I signed it, it wouldn't go thru. What can I do?

As an Army mom of two this whole thing appalls me. I have added Michael to our prayer list.

Lt. Michael Behenna. We all love you, are fighting for you and WILL NOT EVER STOP fighting for you. I am ashamed for what they did to you and how the treated you, please do not loose faith, there are a lot of good people out here. YOU WILL BE RELEASED and SOON. ALMIGHTY FATHER JESUS CHRIST PLEASE HEAR OUR PRAYERS, Let Michael be released ASAP.

I would like for all who are responsible, to PLEASE let this innocent man Michael released ASAP. He should be Praised with Honors for defending OUR COUNTRY, risking his life and doing what he was trained to do, and he is in JAIL?????? Unheard of, What a disgrace to the United States, Our Laws, Our People who put him there and to Michael. You MUST, RELEASE this Man of Honor. No one can or will rest untill he IS released and go home where he belongs. I do not know this man or have ever met him but my heart goes out to him as well as my PRAYERS. God let there be Justice and let this man be released NOW. Amen in Jesus Name.

Hi, I just posted his story on my facebook page and ask everyone for prayers for Michael to be set FREE and for everyone to share his story and website address. This will help his case. Lets Roll !!

Lt. Behenna's incarceration is an outrage.

I'm 74 & never served in Military due to health. My son, Garrick served in Iraq & twice in Afghanistan. I have escorted far too many young men & women to their graves with the Patriot Guard Riders. I ALWAYS, visit the young person in his or her coffin. Try so hard to offer some comfort to family without breaking out in uncontrolable tears. I talk to Veterans in PGR at these funerals who have been INSULTED when they fought a war AMERICAN SENT THEM TO. The "pay", the poor support from their leaders, Vet. Administration our military receives, while America WORSHIPS foot ball gladiators, movie stars & "singers" makes me so sick. I'm not practicing Christian, but I whish God would help us. I'd trade place with Michael in prison so he could go home to his family RIGHT NOW. I can barely stand the insanity of our leaders. Thank you Michael. God, please help his parents get through this. Dick St. Romain Father of National Guard Soldier & PGR.

I am a 78 year old United States citizen and a staunch supporter of our Armed Forces.If anything can be done to support this man's testimony as NOT BEING GUILTY of the "Crime" he "Supposidly"committed even as a very competent testimony as Dr.Hrbert McDonell presented,then it causes concern on my part to wonder why ANY young American would desire to protect our beloved country! First Leutenant Behenna should be set free!!

I tried to sign the petition but was unable to computer problem I suppose.I wish the best for Michael and yourselves during this ordeal.

Let Freedom Ring for this soldier. If our military can send a flying drone to kill a enemy of ours and take out innocent people with it. This soldier has a duty to protect himself and his troops. Al Qaeda is the enemy. This soldier serves us. Let This Soldier Go !!

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para 2. should read "FBI agents who shoot bad guys" Sorry for typo!

CAAF erred in two major ways: 1. It failed to provide Michael, fighting terrorists in Iraq, with at least the same degree of qualified immunity that the law provides FBI agents shoot bad guys here in the USA. 2. It incorrectly stated that Michael lost his right of self-defense because he pointed his rifle at Mansur. Hell, I (as thousands of other serviceman have) pointed my weapon at hundreds of Iraqis and NEVER lost my right to shoot any one of them in self-defense. The majority in CAAF judged Michael's actions from the cool confines of their offices in the clear vision of 20-20 hindsight ... something the US Supreme Court has repeatedly said one must not do.

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Michael must be freed and his record competely clear.

1st Lt. Behenna must be released at once with time served, and returned to duty. He was in a war zone and committed no criminal act. Obviously, Ali Mansur was the outlaw criminal murderer. It is outrageous that Behenna was charged at all!

I have been praying for this young man and his family since I heard about his case several years ago. It breaks my heart that he can honorably serve this country, but his country fails to protect his rights. He deserves to have a new trial and the prosecutors in his previous case should be charged with misconduct for violating the Brady law (withholding evidence). I will continue to pray for justice for Michael.

The correct evidence needs to be presented in court and the US needs to stop fighting as if we are the bad guys and the bad guys are the victims.

I'll Scout this Out

To whom this May Corcern: wrote Jan 6 2013 . I can across this that is stated above . To offer Love Support and Hope . Why do these Young men and women go off to fight .Come thrown and broken ..To be accused of Killing ..Yet war is all about this very thing .Then they come home ..NOT the way they went ..Many of these that go off to war ..Never come home to us . I have lot Family members in War . I am from aMilitary Family .in the US and Canadian one here .One our our Family Members deals now with PSTD .very Badly here . My heart goes out to you and Specially to Michael ..All my Love and Prayers to him and for him .. May God Bless him for serving our Countrys ..And Watch over him . May God also comfort his family in this time also Much love and Prayers Your Friend Deborah Degerness

It was strange how I came across this website tonight. I was sitting down to read a book "The Blog of War" and the book begins by honoring a number of soldiers who were K.I.A. in Irag and Afghanistan. The last soldier honored had served 2 tours in Iraq and was killed in a traffic accident en route to report for his third tour. I looked online to read the story about this soldiers death and came across the website Blackfive which detailed this young soldiers life and death. On the right side of the story were a number of videos and one of them was titled "The Ballad of Michael Behenna". I clicked on the video expecting to hear a ballad about a soldier who had been K.I.A. To my disgust I learned the video was actually telling the story of an unjustly convicted American hero, Michael Behenna. Thank you Col West for speaking at this rally on behalf of all 10 hero's who are unjustly confined at Leavenworth, Kansas. I have emailed my senators from Idaho, signed the petition, made a donation toward Micheal's defense fund along with the New Start Fund. I have also signed up for the newsletter to find out what else can be done, because we certainly cannot depend upon our politically correct leaders.

We need more people than just myself Twittering @Leavenworth10 #Leavenworth10. I'm hitting major newspaper, TV, Talk show, Radio, Celebrities as often as I can such as: @GMA (for good morning america)@Leavenworth10 @DefendMichael etc. and have gotten a list of 26 Followers) Chicago Tribune ‏ @chicagotribune,CNET News ‏ @CNETNews,Stars and Stripes ‏ @starsandstripes, @todayshow, @usnews, @bostondotcom, @billingsgazette, @thedailybest, @latimes, etc. Tweets like: #2013 America needs to hear #Leavenwoth10 stories. #Soldiers need to be #pardoned. etc.

This makes me sicker that then incompetent onces handling of out American concoulates Its as if the American people are saying its not my son.

I sent this on to Mancow Muller who is a strong advocate for God Guts and Glory and free speech,, He is out of Chicago and nationwide,, Well see if he takes a look, but Ill help push this USNR Seabee NMCB 26 2001-2004 USN USS Carney STG2(SW)1998-2001

I contacted Senator Dick Durbin by e-mail and his reply only went through Michael Behenna's trial history. It was a letter of finality without hope for clemency. I will not give up hope as I well remember the trials and tribulation that our border patrol agents Ramos and Compean endured during their incarceration and yet they were innocent and only were doing their duty. Many unceasing efforts and prayers went out to them throughout this nation. Finally, on the last days of President Bush's second term in office; he pardoned them. So America, unceasing efforts and prayers must be said for Michael Behenna. Keep the pressure up on your legislators for Michael's pardon/release. You can make the difference for Michael!

Praying for him and the family so that justice can be done for him.

This is ridiculous! Please remember that the Lord Himself is the vindicator of the innocent and will pour out His wrath upon those who execute injustices such as these. May this servant of our Country be upheld by the mighty hand of the Lord! And may he be set free by the power of God!

The military leadership lacks the backbone and honor that our soldiers deserve. It amazes me they risk the lives of our mens & womens to follow political Rules Of Engagement. Lt. Behenna should be released immediately and thanked for defending himself and his men from a terrorist who murders from the shadows like the cowards they are.

Jack Foster, thank you for writing Michael. I am sure he appreciates that. It is my understanding that he is not allowed to reply and also he does not have internet access. Hopefully by next Christmas he will be a free man again. May God bless Michael and his family.

Several months ago I wrote to Michael at the address that was given. I sent it in a typed format. I included the inmate number as required. I have not received it returned by the army nor the Post Office.Is there a further restriction to contacting him?

The 7 officers who convicted lt. Behena deserve to be charged with gross dereliction of duty for not allowing evidense to be introduced. A fine soldier is in jail for doing the very job he was trained to do. The problem is with the army. They made an error that cost an officer his career and lost time. Do the right thing, US Army-give him a new trial and allow the original evidence to be presented. I have sent Michael a letter and donated to the UAP. Wrote President Obama and the Army Secretary-no response from either. Free Lt. Behena. As a Vet USAF Vietnam era, I can't understand why the armuy does what it does.

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You are in my thoughts and prayers. I have not forgotten your plight. My prayer is you will be home before next Christmas.

I have read on the story and done my own research. As soldiers we don't expect to be thanked for everything we do. We do our jobs with passion and sacrifice. It is a grave disappointment to see citizens and even some of our own treat us as Lt. Behenna was. My utmost respect and gratitude is given to him. Things will be set right.

I imagine this obvious travesty of justice resulted from an attempt to win "hearts and minds" of people who are incapable, because of their bred-in culture, of thinking the way civilized people think. Lt. Behenna is being sacrificed in a totally misguided case.

Thank you for your service to our country, Michael! My heart aches for your current situation, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you each and every day! A new day WILL dawn in America, and you will be vindicated eventually! Merry Christmas! We are praying for you and your family!! Jim and Pam Kulczar Texas

Link to reach your elected officials: http://www.usa.gov/Contact/Elected.shtml Please continue to support Michael as this American hero deserves your support.

I wasn't able to get on to sign the petition, but I will write my state and federal officials and I will be praying for Michael.He deserves to be decorated for his service to our country, not crucified for something that he had to do to defend himself.What is wrong with this government? Please tell us what we can do to help his cause.

I'm very sad to see time and time again, ignorant military personnel dishonor those whom serve them in humility. Until the war on terror can be fought by men "willing to actually fight", they unfortunately will be subject to evil liberal cowards who take pride in disgracing this nation. How can I help?

The day that we the people of the United States of America, choose a member of Al Qaeda Terrorist over one who puts himself in harms way for our freedoms, is the day the ones who have chosen the fate of the U.S. Soldier should have their freedoms taken away. Unless you have been there yourselfs, you have no idea what it is like to defend your country against the odds of survival. Its a fine line between live or die, it only takes one second for this to happen. These so called officers with no combat training should have never been on the jury, not even one of them, as they have no ability to judge, in this case, at all. Justice has not been served, and should be thrown out of court.

Petition wont upload so I could sign it. I'll be praying that justice will be done!

My Prayers are with you and your family. I too love my country,but fear my goverment. Your situation outrages me and everyone else. Where is the commander in chief when you need him ? Why should your life be sacrificed after all you have done,when the goverment tolerates the terroists who have done many bad things and are protected by diplomatic immunity ? I will will keep you and your famil in my daily Prayers. God Bless You and all that are serving. Paula

your petition software isnt working. i couldnt sign my name so I bet others cant either. if you really want to take this story to the people contact hollywood. this would make a great movie and create funding for your fight. that would really take it to the people.

God Bless you and your family. I have written to my elected officials on your behalf twice.

My prayers out I Michael and his family. May God protect and keep him safe. May God have mercy on those who wrongly accused him. I support out troops to the fullest. I never understood why they would sacrifice themselves for a Government that does not support them. Michael should have gotten the badge of courage Medal of Honor or what ever award you get in the military for being brave responsible and protective of freedom. His own people should have NEVER given him a 25 year prison sentence for eliminating a clear threat to our country. America should be ashamed. I know I am Good luck and God Bless

It appears that the U.S. Government is too busy trying to impress the enemy, rather than culling them out. This sends one hell of a message to Al Qaeda. They can do no wrong. I stand fully behind the Lt. and would question the validity of the decision rendered by the seven man panel that convicted him. Particularly, the fact that the prosecution would not allow Dr.MacDonell's testimony be given to the Defense. I say there is "Something Rotten in Denmark" and they are trying to appease "Whoever" just like they did in the Ft.Hood "Ala Akbar" Shooting calling it a "Workplace Incident", rather than a Terrorist Act. Bring on the Muslims.

This is horrible.. Somebody defending himself abd his country being treated like a common criminal.. It's wrong on so many levels..

My first impression is that the terrorist was working for the cia and that by killing him it messed up some kind of covert action. It is very hard to accept that he was even charged for defending himself. It also sounds to me like he was set up. Why would they ask this soldier to take this terrorist back to his home knowing he had killed soldiers under the Lt.'s command. There is more going on here than the surface shows.

Exonerate him this is bullshit for him to go to prison!!!!

He needs to be exonerated!!!!

il help if i can. idk where i can find the number or mailing adress for a California Senator but il try and find one.

This case is beyond belief - the US affords more protection of our enemies than our soldiers. What other country on earth could be this dysfunctional?

This is crazy! How an American soldier could be treated like this is unexcusable! Dr. MacDonell's testimony should be heard. 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna should be set free.

this is not right, our government SUCKS.... my sisters fiance' is a marine and if this happened to him I would be PISSED.

This is the most rediculous case i have ever read in my entire life. I recently just swore into the US army and i am leaving in a month for basic training. I read this and honestly made me want to rip up my contract and say "screw it". This man killed a damn terrorist and in self defense. This Lt. is an American the terrorist was NOT. So there is no reason that this terrorist should be given any kind of justice what so ever in the United States. I really hope that this Honerable Soldier is released as soon as possible and given his life back. You people should be ashamed of yourselves for trying a case like this. Do you not have anything better to do than sentence one of your own for a killing against a terrorist that you put a hit on days before he was killed....IN SELF DEFENSE!!!

this is bullsh*t

I think the US Government is really going to the birds. We go and fight for this country to protect it and then we go to prison for doing our. I think the person in the white house and congress are against the military and are trying to get rid of it. If we don't stand up against that tyrant and his followers in congress, we are going to be like russia and those other countries who had tyrants leading them and who we went to war against.I think we should impeach all those people who are in the government doing this. BRAVO LT. Behenna. We are with you.

This is unbelievable! Criminals can get off scotch-free while real American heroes are punished for defending our country?! What has happened to the 'justice' in our 'justice' system?!

This man is a hero. We should thank him for his service. I can not believe I just read this and it's true. What has America come to? I love my country and the Soldiers that fight to protect it!!!!

Ever since the Army went to berets as standard uniform head gear it's turned into something else. Not taking anything from the frontline, combat grunts doing the fighting, but leadership, from higher level officers pushing pencils behind big desks to the SECDEF have failed those who depend on true leaders to support their troops.

Most of us have had to do things that some may call "questionable", But how can they question what took place while they are warm in their beds at night and we lived in it everyday. Sir, you have my support and I pray for a speedy retrial and release.

What is happening to the U.S. military? Prosecuting brave, loyal soldiers for killing the enemy in the field is tantamount to treason and cowardice in the face of the enemy!

What a tragic miscarriage of justice and a shameful stain on the trust we place in our military!! No one who is made aware of this atrocious "conviction" should be silent--we demand an investigation and explanation for the way this excellent officer has been treated!!

My Prayers are with Michael and his Family, I Am A Veteran and am Disgusted with what has happened here, I Will Write My Representative Senator and demand action be taken to end this atrocity Taken against a United States Warrior.

Our nation is falling apart because nobody wants to live by our Constitution anymore! Lt. Michael Behenna needs a fair trial after those people who prosecuted him release the information and evidence that they withheld in his trial!

A VERY SAD COMMENTARY ON OUR SOCIETY. WE SEEM TO HAVE MORONS AND IDIOTS IN CHARGE INSTEAD OF WARRIORS. THE ONES TO VILLAFY ARE THE ONES WHO BROUGHT THESE PREPOSTEROUS CHARGES.KEEP THIS UP AND WE WILL NOT HAVE AN ARMED FORCE. THIS IS LUNACY!

Is there anybody at home?

i just want to say not much catches my eyes these days but this did so i sharing this all over facebook this man is a true hero and needs to be home with his family the man has been through enough

Such a travesty of justice. Why would any good and honorable soldier want to fight in this war defending our country against terrorists when they could end up being betrayed by their own government. Unbelievable!

This is an injustice & we Americans demand this soldier's release.

OUr Amateur-in-chief will be the destruction of our military and our nation. I feel bad for all of our armed service people who can no longer do the job they volunteered to do to protect the nation they love.

Unreel please release Mikey

You offer your life for your country and this is how they repay you.

Lt. Behenna should be released immediately, this young man is an American hero not a criminal. The SUPREME COURT should step in before another day passes and correct this injustice. All involved with the prosecution and sentencing of Lt. Behenna should be ashamed of themselves. Mike Rooney

Michael should have a retrial and have the original witness apear.

Why in the world would Lt. Behenna or anyone for that matter be convicted for trying to defend themself. In my eyes it would have been him or me and believe me it wouldn't have been me. In all honestly anyone that is a known terrorist should be killed look what they have done to our country. Fair is fair he should be let freed He was fighting for our freedom and in my eyes he was doing a great job!! Free Lt. Behenna He was doing his job trying to keep us safe from the terrorist!!

I am so sorry for what Michael and his family are going through. This is an outrage and should never have happened. I have a son who served in Iraq. He still has difficulty sleeping and has post trumatic stress, as many of the soldiers do. This is an obvious case of self defense and Lt. Michael should never have been prosecuted at all. Even if he were guilty of over reacting to an attack, the very fact of where he had been serving and the PTS that is highly probable as a factor should have been taken into consideration. Most soldiers that have PTS react instantly if attacked and will strike to kill because that is exactly how the US Military training programs them. It is a Sad day in the United States when our own soldiers can not defend themselves when attacked by terrorists, and terrorists are given preference over the ones who protect the public. Especially in light of the witness, Dr MacDonald, being excused and not allowed to testify on Lt. Behenna's behalf, It leaves an average citizen wondering who is running our country and military. This is yet another case of the great UNAMERICAN INJUSTICE SYSTEM at work again in full support and defense of the terrorists. These ones are becoming well known and commonly called The UNITED SNAKES OF America. We will keep Lt. Michael in our prayers. Pray for our Country, whats left of it, and for all who are in high places.

This is outrageous but I am not shocked. The Obama Administration continues to hold the military under the fire. Let's see in the next couple of weeks who Obama pardons for their crimes. Michael must be released! He is no criminal!

I stand by 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna. Your treatment is not justified.

Its so shameful what is happening to this great man. Major Nadal Hassan is being given a better shot at our justice, and he is one of our biggest traitors and mass murderer of our generation. For the judge who ignored that doctors testimony is regretful. Hope this man gets his case overthrown.

It's not justified our deplorable government has not protected this soldier. Maybe because the terrorists are Muslims and so is our current president. Did anyone stop to think it has been an inside job since he took office.Any petitions posted should be signed in my opinion. We should all repay this too. This is your reward for doing your job. It's also called self defense. The terrorists have demonstrated already how deceptive and sneaky and desperate they are. You trust nothing they say or do period. Isn't all fair in love and War. It's a war , JC how is that murder. But killing him in war is not murder.

Im no Judge or Attorney but i know right from wrong and just by reading everything you had to say about Michael Behenna's trial, to me does not seem like anything from the beginning of his first trial was fair at all. What did the interpreter have to say about what happened? Was he used as a witness or anything in this trial? I am a veteran myself having served in two tours in Iraq and i know what it is like overseas and being in stressful dangerous sitiuations like LT Behenna. Its easy for people to sit down in a well air conditioned building like a courtroom and judge and have a man like Behenna's life on your hands. Well weather or not he gets a fair trial and is proven innocent i'd like the judges and all the jury members to put themselves in his boots and see what they would have done. There is a countless number of insurgents that I arrested and turned over to the MI while in Iraq with evidence and without a doubt were members of Al Queda and in some incidents me and my men knew they had killed American Soldiers and innocent Iraqi citizens from evidence we would find on or with them, and they would spend a few weeks detained and would be released back into the villages of iraq and its streets to attack and proceed to do acts of terrorism. But most of the time judges and jury members have never been in situations like us soldiers and they go strictly by the books. So weather right or wrong i stand by or innocent or guilty i stand by the Lieutenants decision. Even if he was in the wrong in some people's eyes, i look at it like he might have saved dozens of american lifes by ending that one life. I dont care if it was self defense or not, Ali Manfuck or whatever killed innocent iraqi lifes and two american soldiers and i dont see them getting a fair trial.Im going to see about reaching my congressman and hopefully he has or will read about Michael Behenna. I can no longer talk about this cause it is bringing back to many bad memories of lost soldiers, hardship, sweat, blood and tears me and my fellow brothers went through to capture KNOWN INSURGENTS that we got Op. Orders to go capture and detain just to see them turn around and get released sometimes days later. I wish you the best of luck in this trial and i hope the right decision will be made. SGT Randy Mayne, Aco 1/502inf 101st Airborne, Air Assault.

let this man have a new and fair trial where all the evidence it brought forward to both sides. this man should serve no more than a year or two in prison if found guilty again which has probably already served. i see no worse what he did than what drunk does behind the wheel of a car and killing someone in a car crash and i have seen those people serve way less time in jail than michael

im speechless@!!!! :(

With this known evidence, I am unsure of why he is still being held under such a harsh ruling. I believe that this man should be given a fair chance at a trial, instead of just a ghost of one. He has served our country and done everything asked of him, Otherwise i am certain that all would have been brought up in the court. How is it that we can let sexual offenders walk away so freely, but a man doing the job given to him by the government and protecting himself gets hung out to dry. It is extremely disconcerting to see something like this happen. It's absolutely unacceptable.

All I can say is this is the biggest load of B.S. I've ever heard. Thank you liberal Democrats. Way to dishonor a wonderful American soldier.

THIS IS A TRAVESTY OF JUSTICE AND THE JUDGING PANEL SHOULD BE HELD LIBEL FOR SUCH A MISCARRIAGE OF JUSTICE. I TRULY HOPE THE SUPREME COURT WILL OVERRIDE THEIR DECISION AND SET LT. BEHENNA FREE WHERE HE SHOULD BE.

I demand a retrial for 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna. A miscarriage of justice was performed when testimony in his favor was denied to the defense. Are the leaders of this nation in bed with the Muslims? It seems so. Get the truth out now. Our soldiers deserve better than a kangaroo court. Disappointed in our judicial system, James W. Marvel

This is a disgrace. A man willing to die for his country gets put in prison for carrying out his duty. Lt. Calli only got house arrest for killing an entire village during the Viet Nam War..

I can't send any money, but i can stand in support of LT. Michael Behenna who was just doing his duty, Lord Jesus I pray this young officer be found not guilty of any wrong doing; the only thing he was doing was defending his country the United States of America,in the killing of a known terrorist; Lord as he has fought for me and all of America,,, i ask you to draw him near to Thee,,,and bless his freedom,....in Jesus' name ..i pray+ amen,,,

This makes me so angry!! How can this be happening!

So the president can refuse to help US Soldiers and cost 4 innocent lives but this kid is actually doing his job and and is sentenced to 25 years! WAKE UP AMERICA!!

We need to write our congressman and get as much support for him this fine young man as we can. He is a true American Hero. You do not stand alone! Thank you!

I am a fellow comrade vet, and I want to express concern for this matter. This Army Vet shouldnt be given life in prison for premeditated murder. At most, he should be given a medal for his corageous act of valor. What has this country came too? I have served on 4 deployments and know what it is like. I urge you to do away with his life sentence, because this was self defense.

It sound slike he was set up. Not a surprise these days.

This is absolutely outrageous and shows how hypocritical and corrupt the government is becoming. This man is a hero, not a convict. He has done a great service for our country and should be honored instead of persecuted.

I can not believed what happened to him! I'll do anything I can to help get him out of prison!

This is incredible, that the United States would actually punish a soldier for defending himself...and for killing a known terrorist. This kind of stuff just disgusts me and everything we are supposed to stand for in our America. Please do whatever can be done to undo this wrong against this American, who served our country simply because our country asked. He is certainly in my prayers. I cannot imagine what I would do if this were my son.

My deepest condolences to the family of this LT for the injustice that has been placed upon him and this family. Having served 14 years, with two Iraq deployments, I cannot fathom how this is possible. I am hoping that the truth will come forward and he is set free and cleared of all charges. My prayers go to all involved.

This breaks my heart. I medically retired from the United States Army after six years of service as an airborne infantryman with the 82nd Airborne Division. During my entire time of service I've never heard of such an appalling case. The prosecution should be released from the case and replaced by people who aren't going to hide evidence from the defense and the jury. This lieutenant does not deserve to be treated like a criminal. He should be honored and thanked for his service to this country. The man he killed was a TERRORIST who has killed at least two American soldiers, most likely more. He was killed in an attempt to kill another soldier, but LT Behenna acted quickly and eliminated the threat, as he was trained to do. I will pray for LT Behenna every day. God Bless him and his family. I wish you all the best.

I cannot believe I'm seeing this! I'm sick to my stomach. Who are these dimwits in our government!!! This man did his job!!!

The petition form is not working for me so it may not be working for others as well. I will spread the word and do what I can to get this man free. I am a combat veteran and this makes me so very sad! I pray that justice will be given and you will be set free and awarded a medal! I couldn't donate much but every bit helps!

Did the presiding official not wonder why the testimony of the prosecution's witness was not heard, after the prosecution presented him as an "expert witness"?

Be brave Michael... hooya

This is a terrible injustice to one of our bravest Americans....as a noncombatant panel you should be totally ashamed of yourselves and have the nerve to call yourselves Americans

This is the worst miscarriage of justice I have heard of in years!!! Let this man go!!!

lets work for justice for michael

Hi, I've tried several times to sign the petition, but the site just hangs up.

This case sounds absurd, Lt Behenna is obviously innocent. How can a soldier be sent to prison for defending himself against a known enemy combatant.

Please email me the link for the petition. The one I found on Facebook did not work.

This is an outrage! Total disgrace! Free Lt. Behenna now!

This man derserves a medal not prison!

I am in the Army and i would of done the same thing as would every other red blooded patriotic American service member so what would they throw us all in jail???

he fought for america thats not a crime

"Pod Face?" C'mon Dennis, where do we go from here!?

This is the most unjust crazy thing I have heard of. Shame on the panel who put him in prison. NUTS

This is an atrocity. American Hero's prosecuted for doing there jobs!! That's why after 13 years I got out of the military. 11B's aren't supposed to do what we do any more because it isn't PC.

Yes this man deserves better. My prayers are with him

In a breach of trust of the American military men and women around the globe, this panel of cherry officers sent a combat veteran doing his duty to this country to jail. All upon that panel should be stripped of rank and sent to Leavenworth. Lee Martin SPC, USA 1/508 PIR, 82nd ABN Div

as a former soldier serving over seas i can tell you that our govt should never turn their backs on our soldiers and this is awful

shit like this is just one of many reasons why im getting out

After reading this, it is a travesty of our government to do this to a fine young man and officer. I served nearly 9 years in the U.S.M.C. I cannot describe what I did in the years I served in the early 1980's through 1991, but our government deployed many of us to several foreign countries and what we did was far worse than what he did. This injustice has to be stopped immediately.

How can we the people expect our military to defend us when this gov won't let them defend them self. Free this patriot

How can this make sense for our soldiers to defend our country when crap like this happens?

We are demanding REAL justice for Army Ranger 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna. If the President can kill terrorists with drone stikes, then I believe that Michael should not be held for murder of killing Ali Mansur, a known Al Qaeda operative in self defense. He should be released immediately. Our freedoms as Americans are at risk with this judgment. This is a mistrial and the man should be freed.

From one veteran to another and his family, you have my deepest sympathy. I find it unforgivable that a country would so quickly turn on one of their own. God bless.

This is a clear miscarriage of justice. I for one would like to thank Michael for his service to my country. Thank you for honoring the call. Thank you for fighting to protect my freedom. I would like you to know that I will be fighting for your freedom now, Michael.

I am calling and emailing my Rep and Senator. This is a travesty!!! Praying for his release.

I cannot imagine a more gross injusice than this. An American soldier being prosecuted for doing what he was expected to do, and probably would have been reprimanded if he hadn't, is morally wrong. This totally sounds like an appeasement effort from the Obama administration to assuage angry feelings from the Muslims. The president has been apologizing to the Muslims for America and it looks like this hero is being used as a sacrificial lamb.

Our heart and prayers are with your fmily and you, Lt. Behenna. We lost a battle, but not the war.

I thank my brother-in-law for bringing this to my attention !!!! I live in Pa. I feel for you and your family If thier is ANYTHING I can do for you please let me know .I lost 2 uncles in the twin towers and I thank you for defending our counrty !!!God Bless lisa

This is disgusting! We as a people cannot allow this to continue!

25 years for self defense? ANything for self defense is idiotic in this case. What ever happened to a silver star? "president" (if you want to call him that) Needs to personally have all those charges dropped, and promote him to Major, and apologize for letting idiots make decions like that. If he doesn't I'll just pile that on the already long list of bad changes he's made. Terroroists need to be reconed with. Not heros.

I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic. This is the oath we all take when going into the Military. He did his job. Let him out.

How can this happen? An American officer defends himself and gets Jail time As my kids say "are you kidding me right now" Get this message to ACLJ and/or retired officers on FOX Be brave Michael We are asking the Lord God to open the Jail. Dean

I dont think anyone understands when you go to court martial, you are guilty just for being there. Panels have a 98% conviction rate. It happened to me and to many men I knew at the USDB. Thank you for this website and my prayers for the Lt.

every day I find more reasons to be ashamed of my service to this country. I can only hope that this nation does the right thing by setting this man free before people like me start turning against its nation.

They should turn that man loose and give him a metal! What is this country turning into! Damn!!!

What can we do to help?

RELEASE 1LT MICHAEL BEHENNA RIGHT NOW!!! He did what was right. The prosecution and by proxy the chain of command are upset because he killed this terrorist on the kill list after he was released for whatever reason. The prosecution also discounted their own expert witness testimony about the viability of self defense. Michael is a hero and is being railroaded. This is utter BS.

Godbless u Lt behenna thankyou for doing your job and keeping me and my family safe. My prayers are with you and your family, and I pray that some how some a miracle will happen you be released. Along with an apology from this country. Once again god bless and Thankyou.

He served our country and protected our freedom. How in our right minds can we take away his?

1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna was doing his job protecting America. He should not serve any prison time at all. This is completely corrupt, and Michael needs to be given the freedom he deserves.

I am a Veteran of the Army and Marine Corps. I have sent this website link throughout my network of Veterans including many retired senior officers. Micheal's situation is a travesty of justice. We will keep him in prayer and do what we can to support his release. Regards, Scott M. Conn President, CEO DownRange Global Solutions, Inc.

This is unreal and backwards. Retrial ASAP.

What a horrible injustice! Let me know how I can help one of my brothers!

100% behind you

This is beyond reprehensible. What possible reason could there be to treat him like this? This sounds like a travesty of justice like no other! Not that it makes a difference, but I am a former Army Infantry soldier, & it makes me sick to even imagine that another group of soldiers would do this to one of their own. The whole mess starts to smell bad when they released the scumbag! Then to make someone who had been witness to the cowardly act perpetrated by this guy escort him home. Does not make a lick of sense. I hope that somehow justice is served in this case. Thought & prayers go out to him & his family!

Man this is bullshit. I hope the Supreme Justices reverse your sentence, its bullshit. massive bullshit man. i will be contacting Adam Smith in regards to this. Crazy as hell. Also with federal time, it used to be no 1/3 time, you did your full sentence no time off for good behavior ect. oh man i hope you get them good.

this is some bull!! i know how it is out there and how our "intelligence" works... I will do what i can to help.

The fact the Lt. Behenna testified that he was "interrogating" Mansur, may have been a factor in his sentence. If Lt. Behenna was not a US Army trained interrogator and running innappropriate, or unnaproved approach techniques on Mansur, and the use of coersion tactics (was armed)then Lt. Behenna may have been in direct violation of US Army interrogation standards and policies and the Geneva Convention. Regardless, he deserves a fair trial. XABIANCHI (Former Combat US Army Interrogator and Infantryman)

Holy baby Jesus...its war! what do you expect? would you really expect a patriot to this country, a man who serves his country with honor, not to kill this fucking terrorist? He signed a contract to defend his country from all foreign and domestic threats; and damnit by killing that member of Al Qaeda, he was doing his duty. And they say it did not matter how many Americans this terrorist had killed? really? because I thought that, that's what this conflict was about! How dare they side with the dead pos terrorist over this. I'm about to deploy...and this shit makes me not want to fire my weapon! its bullshit, there's no middle ground, its either i'm going to kill every threat over there with no consequence because that's my damn job, or we shouldn't be over there at all.

Unbelievable!!! I'm sharing this story and spreading it as far as I am able. I hope this does not stand and something gets done to free this great hero!!

My husband and I would like to sign the petition, but after numerous attempts, it will not load. We will send this to everyone we know if that can be fixed so we can sign. Out prayers are with you.

I cannot believe what I'm reading. This is insane. Please, I would love to help in any way to get him out of prison. This is a tragedy!! Cpl. Adam Sutter USMC

I pray for all to be able to discern who the real enemies are.

Tell me this isn't true. Our country is protecting the legacy of a known terrorist and killer of US soldiers but our brother (1stClassLT Behenna is punished??? SMDH!

I am a 21-year veteran of the Vietnam War. There is no reason why this man should spend another night in jail. What happened to the "self defense" law? Please release Lt Behenna immediately.

What a slap in the face for those involved in bringing terrorist to the justice they deserve, at ALL cost.

Are you F***king kidding me?!? This is OUTRAGEOUS!!! I am extremely interested in any and all FACTS pertaining to this. Feel free to E-mail me at any time concerning this travisty.

What a joke. He kills a terrorist, that already killed fellow platoon members, was listed as kill/capture. Self defence also. Exactly why aren't the people flying the drones that kill innocent families held accountable. Why was this soldier sent there in the first place, to eliminate terrorist. He did his job. The government should be standing up for this individual. I guess the only reasonable thing to do is take the weapons away from the soldiers so they don't hurt the terrorist. Let the terrorist do what they want, come back into our country and kill more innocent people like they did before. This government has just proved that the terrorist are the real winners, and get away with everything. Any al Qaeda terrorist that causes trouble in our country should be killed or his entire family should be sent packing back to their homeland. If I was this soldier I would have killed this terrorist just because he killed my platoon members. Eye for and eye. The government is to blame here not this soldier. Give us a break, what is the job of a soldier

SIR, we got your back brother, your story will be told.. you sir are not forgotten and we will share your story "AND JUSTICE FOR ALL!!!"

This disgusted me, no one should be sentenced 25 years to life for defending themselves and their country.

Justice needs to be corrected here. Where is iur common sence gone people. I will be praying for this man every day.

release him now !!! put the people who sent him there in jail!!! and hang the guy that let him free to kill more friend and family's !!

How can this possibly happen? Based on what you have posted, this is a total miscarriage of justice and violates his constitutional rights. I have posted this link onto my FB page for additional notoriety. This travesty makes me sick!

this is an unfair injustice. You can not send a man to war and then put him in prison for killing the enemy. no matter what the circumstances are. this just goes against all common sense.

The man should be awarded a medal, not sentenced to prison.

where are the congressmen and senators that should be hold a trial by jury for this citizen..why hasn’t the army prosecuted the animal at ft hood who killed fellow unarmed soldiers in the name of allah..what is going on?

Let him out

We will never be able to get good men/women to serve our country unless our government stands by them.We must not allow our military to be tried/charged under muslim ideas of justice.Why were the court members chosen from people who have never been in combat?This does not fit our system judgement by our peers.

Help this guy out. http://bible.cc/john/15-13.htm