THREAD: Our friend #DanielHale has always had a way with words. Here are some excerpts from his testimony at sentencing today that we thought we'd share.
THREAD: We've been overwhelmed by the outpouring of support for Daniel!
Here's how you can help Daniel, who faces up to 10 years in prison for exposing the truth behind the U.S. drone program that has killed untold numbers of civilians in total secrecy.
#1: WRITE TO DANIEL.
Send letters to:
Daniel E. Hale
William G. Truesdale Adult Detention Ctr.
2001 Mill Rd, Alexandria, VA 22314
Mail to Daniel is highly regulated. Read our instructions to make sure your letter gets delivered:
In May 2019, drone whistleblower Daniel Hale was arrested and indicted on allegations that he disclosed classified documents about the U.S. military’s assassination program, believed to have been the source material for this series in @theintercept:
On March 31, 2021, Hale pleaded guilty to a single count under the Espionage Act, carrying a maximum sentence of 10 years. His sentencing is currently scheduled for July 27, 2021.