This language would seem to limit habeas corpus only to those cases where a conclusive showing has been made that the action of the Attorney General was dilatory. I do not think it should be so limited. The amendment which has been read applies to detention pending deportation proceedings. The amendment later to be offered on page 63 of the bill makes the same change applying to detention during the 6month period after a deportation order has been entered. The third amendment at the top of page 63 would strike language which indicates that the decision of the Attorney General shall be final. I hope this amendment will not meet the fate of all the other amendments that have been voted down automatically this afternoon.
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