The trial began on Feb. 19 but was adjourned until Thursday as the judges weighed a defense argument that the current charge is not applicable because Bush was not in Baghdad on an official visit, having arrived unannounced and without an invitation.
I agree with the defense...on this. Matlock would be proud...:thumbsup:
Dutch Pimp Reviewed by Dutch Pimp on . Iraqi Shoe Hurling Reporter Gets 3 Year Sentence I think this was a little harsh. It was Bush for pete's sake and shoes not boots lol! He wasn't trying to hurt him just humiliate him which Bush does a pretty good job doing that without any help. It would have been really funny if he hit the judge with his shoes during sentencing. Lawyer: Iraqi shoe-hurler is jailed for 3 years - Conflict in Iraq- msnbc.com BAGHDAD - The Iraqi journalist who threw shoes at then-President George W. Bush was convicted Thursday of assaulting a foreign Rating: 5