The U.S. Justice Department expanded its case against Assange in a new indictment announced in June, though it did not introduce new charges. But Assange attorney Mark Summers said it was “an impossible task” for the legal team to deal with the new allegations in time for Monday’s court hearing. U.S. prosecutors say the evidence underscores Assange’s efforts to procure and release classified information, allegations that form the basis of criminal charges he already faces. Journalism organizations and human rights groups have called on Britain to refuse the extradition request. It is resuming with social distancing measures in court and video feeds so that journalists and observers can watch remotely.

Source: ABC News September 07, 2020 09:20 UTC