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Thomas H.
Kean November 17,2003

CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR
Ms. Mary DeRosa
Richard Ben-Veniste Senior Fellow
Center for Strategic & International Studies
Max Cleland
Suite 400
Fred F. Fielding 1800 K Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006
Jamie S. Gorelick
Slade Gorton Dear Ms. DeRosa:

John F. Lehman The National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States is
Timothy J. Roemer directed by statute to investigate the facts and circumstances surrounding the
September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for,
James R. Thompson and immediate response to, those attacks, as well as to evaluate the lessons
learned from those attacks and to make recommendations for preventing
Philip D. Zelikow future attacks. As part of its investigation, the Commission hereby requests to
EJJSQUTIVE DIRECTOR interview you on issues relating to the following topics:
• How the Clinton administration responded to the terrorist threat in

general, and the al Qaeda threat in particular, during your tenure at the
NSC. How important was the use of law enforcement instruments in
the overall strategy?
• The role of the NSC legal advisor's office in fashioning

counterterrorism strategy, and the interaction between the NSC legal
advisor's office and the Transnational Threat Directorate at the NSC.
• Your recollection of any Principals' and/or Deputies' Committee

Meetings you attended on the subject of the al Qaeda threat,
particularly those held in the aftermath of the October 2000 attack on
the U.S.S. Cole, that considered the United States Government
response to that attack.
• A review of legal authorities for conducting operations against Usama

bin Laden and senior al Qaeda leadership from 1998 until your
departure from the NSC.
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The Commission does anticipate that classified information will be discussed

at this interview.
Alexis Albion, Professional Staff Member to the Commission, will make the
arrangements for your interview. The Commission would like to conduct your
interview some time in the second half of November in Washington, DC, if
possible. Several members of the Commission's staff will attend your
interview, and the general policy of the Commission is to tape record
interviews. Please call Alexis Albion at 202-331-4081 as soon as possible to
discuss the time and location of your interview, and to raise any other
questions you may have.
Thank you very much in advance for your time and for your cooperation with
the Commission and its staff in this important matter.
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
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Thomas H. Kean October 22, 2003

CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR
The Honorable Wyche Fowler Jr.
Richard Ben-Veniste Chairman of the Board
Max Cleland
The Middle East Institute
176 I N Street, NW
Frederick F. Fielding Washington, DC 20036-2882
Jamie S. Gorelick
Dear Ambassador Fowler:
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John F. Lehman
The National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States is
directed by statute to investigate the facts and circumstances surrounding the
Timothy J. Roemer September 11,2001 terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for,
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and immediate response to, those attacks, as well as to evaluate the lessons
future attacks. As part of its investigation, the Commission hereby requests to
Philip D. Zetikow
DIRECTOR interview you on U.S. relations with Saudi Arabia in general and on efforts to
gain Saudi support for counterterrorism measures in particular. The
Commission does anticipate that classified information will be discussed at
this interview.
Dan Byman, consultant to the Commission, will make the arrangements for
your interview. The Commission would like to conduct your interview
sometime in the first half of November in Washington, DC, if possible. At
least two members of the Commission's staff will attend your interview, and
the general policy of the Commission is to tape record interviews. Please call
Dan Byman at 202-687-4095 if you have any questions about your interview.
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR
The Honorable Charles W. Freeman
Richard Ben-Veniste President
The Middle East Policy Council
Max Cleland
1730 M Street, NW
Frederick F. Fielding Suite 512
Washington, DC 20036-2882
Jamie S. Gorelick
Slade Gorton Dear Ambassador Freeman:
John F. Lehman The National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States (better
Timothy J. Roemer known as the 9-11 Commission) is directed by statute to prepare a full and
complete account of the circumstances surrounding the September 11,2001
James R. Thompson terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for, and immediate response
to, the attacks. The Commission is also chartered to identify and evaluate lessons
Philip D. Zelikow learned and provide recommendations to prevent future acts of terrorism upon our
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
nation.
Interviews with former senior policymakers are essential to developing an

authoritative narrative of the September 11, 2001 attacks. As the former
Ambassador to Saudi Arabia and as a leading expert on the Middle East, your
perspective is vital to the Commission's collective understanding of 9-11, and we
are therefore writing to request an interview with you during the week of
November 17.
The Commission wishes to discuss a wide range of topics with you, including (but
not limited to) your description, analysis, and assessment of:
• Saudi counterterrorism cooperation before and after September 11;
• Overall U.S. policy toward Saudi Arabia, including its coordination and
overall objectives; and
• Alleged and actual financing of terrorism by the Saudi regime, by individual

Saudis, and by Saudi-funded non-governmental organizations.
You may wish to review notes and other materials you may have to refresh your
recollection of these matters prior to the interview.
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October 30, 2003
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We are, of course, interested in any other issues you deem important to the
Commission's understanding of 9-11 specifically and Saudi Arabia generally, as
well as your thoughts on policy recommendations for the future. The
Commission anticipates that classified information will be discussed at this
private session, requiring that the interview take place at the Commission's 2100
K Street location. Members of the Commission may attend, but the interview will
be conducted by Commission staff. It is the general policy of the Commission to
record interviews.
This proposed interview is separate from your requested participation in a public

hearing to be held in Washington, DC, on February 23 - 24, 2004. You will
receive a separate invitation to testify in the coming weeks, and we hope that you
will agree to appear before the Commission for this important public forum.
Please have a member of your staff contact Daniel Byman at (202) 687-4095 to
indicate your availability for such an interview and to relay any questions you or
your staff may have. Thank you in advance for your time and cooperation with
Sincerely,
<4^
Executive Director
November 11,2003
Thomas H. Kean
CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton Mr. Leon Fuerth

VICE CHAIR The Elliott School of International Affairs
Richard Ben-Veniste The George Washington University
1957 E Street, NW
Max Cleland Suite 501
Fred F. Fielding
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Mr. Fuerth:

Slade Gorton
The National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States (better
John F. Lehman known as the 9-11 Commission) is directed by statute to prepare a full and
complete account of the circumstances surrounding the September 11, 2001
Timothy J. Roemer terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for, and immediate response
James R. Thompson to, the attacks. The Commission is also chartered to identify and evaluate lessons
learned and provide recommendations to prevent future acts of terrorism upon our
nation.
Pl^SS D. Zelikow
E *^!TIVE DIRECTOR
authoritative narrative of the September 11, 2001 attacks. As former National
Security Advisor to Vice President Gore, your perspective is vital to the
Commission's collective understanding of 9-11, and we are therefore writing to
request an interview with you during the week of December 1, 2003.
• How Clinton administration principals regarded and responded to the al Qaeda

threat, from January 1, 1996, to January 20, 2001.
• The role and views of the Office of the Vice President on counterterrorism
policy during the Clinton administration.
• Your recollection of Principals' and Deputies' Committee meetings in which

al Qaeda and Usama bin Laden were on the agenda from January 1, 1996, to
January 20, 2001.

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• The Clinton administration's approach to Sudan, and how al Qaeda and

specifically Usama bin Laden factored into that policy.
• How the Clinton administration reacted to alleged overtures from the

Government of Sudan to expel Usama bin Laden and al Qaeda members, as
well as Sudan's alleged offers to share al Qaeda-related intelligence with the
United States.
• Responses to the 1998 East Africa Embassy bombings, including options

which were considered by the principals but not implemented.
• Options for operations under special authorities and related to Usama bin
Laden and al Qaeda which were considered by the Principals' Committee
from January 1, 1998, to January 20, 2001.
• The Clinton administration's approach to Afghanistan, and efforts to influence

the Taliban to eliminate the al Qaeda presence in that country.
• The Clinton administration's response to the Millennium plots.
• Options considered in response to the attack on the U.S.S. Cole.
• The handling of counterterrorism issues during the Clinton-Bush transition

period, including a detailed discussion of briefings given and
recommendations offered.
Commission's understanding of 9-11 specifically and counterterrorism policy
generally, as well as your thoughts on policy recommendations for the future.
The Commission anticipates that classified information will be discussed at this
K Street, NW, location. Members of the Commission may attend, but the
interview will be conducted by Commission staff. It is the general policy of the
Commission to record interviews.
Mr. Leon Fuerth
November 11,2003
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Please have a member of your staff contact Marquittia Coleman at (202) 296-
5528 to indicate your availability for such an interview and to relay any questions
you or your staff may have. Thank you in advance for your time and cooperation
with the Commission and its staff in this important matter.
Yours sincerely,
Thomas H. Kean Lee H. Hamilton

Chair Vice Chair
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Mr. Leon Fuerth

Research Professor of International
Affairs
George Washington University
1957 E Street, NW
Suite 501
Dear Mr. Fue

September 11,2001 terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for,
future attacks. As part of its investigation, the Commission hereby requests to O
interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: al'Qaeda,
your participation in terrorism-related meetings, the 1998 embassy bombings,
the attack on the U.S.S.(JGole^he Millennium plots, and the OVP role in and
views on counterterrorism policy from January 1998 until the end of the
Clinton administration. The Commission does anticipate that classified
information will be discussed at this interview.
Mike Hurley, Senior Counsel to the Commission, will make the arrangements
for your interview. The Commission would like to conduct your interview
sometime in the second half of November in Washington, DC, if possible.
You may wish to review notes and other materials you may have to refresh
your recollection of these matters prior to the interview. At least two
members of the Commission's staff will attend your interview, and the general
Mr. Leon Fuerth
November 4, 2003
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policy of the Commission is to tape record interviews. Please call Mike

Hurley at 202-331-4077 as soon as possible to discuss the time and location of
your interview, and to raise any other questions you may have.
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
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WASHINGTON DC
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11/16/03
To: Ms. Marquittia Coleman

Fax: 202-296-5545
From: Jillian Hayes for Leon Fuerth
Tel: 202-994-4543-
Fax: 202-994-5477
Re: 9/11 Commission interview request
Dear Ms. Coleman:
Attached, please find Leon Fuerth's reply to the letter he received on November 10
requesting an interview for the 9/11 Commission. I will be in touch with you to arrange
a time for the interview.
Many thanks,
Jillian Hayes
Assistant to Leon Fuerth

Phone: 202-994-4543
E-mail: jhayes@gwu.edu
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WASHINGTON DC
To: Marquittia Coleman

From: Leon Fuerth
Re: 9/11 Commission interview request
Date: November 14, 2003
I am certainly ready to help in any way possible, and my assistant, Ms. Jillian Hayes, will
be contacting you to set a time. For now, let me note a few things. First your fax to me
included a message intended for Walt Slocombe -- you may want to be sure that his
office actually received a copy. Second, 1 have no notes or any other materials from my
service in the White House. Anything of that nature was archived as required by law.
Moreover, it was not my habit to make such records. As needed, I would debrief to
members of my staff, and much of my advice to the Vice President was also oral, often
delivered as a personal gloss to briefing memoranda prepared by staff. I'll do the best I
can. You would almost do better, I suspect, if you could get a group of us together to pool
recollections. And if this is not a deposition or swom testimony, you might consider that
technique as a good way to reconstruct events.
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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR
Professor F. Gregory Cause
Richard Ben-Veniste Department of Political Science
Max Cleland
University of Vermont
94 University Place
Frederick F. Fielding Burlington, VT 05405
Jamie S. Gorelick
Dear Professor Gause:
Slade Gorton
John F. Lehman
Timothy J. Roemer September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for,
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Philip D. Zelikow
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR interview you on U.S. -Saudi relations and on Saudi support for radical
causes. The Commission does anticipate that classified information will be
discussed at this interview.
sometime in the second half of October. We plan to conduct the interview by
means of telephone, and the general policy of the Commission is to tape
record interviews. Please call Dan Byman at 202-687-4095 if you have any
questions about your interview.
Sincerely,
Philip Zeliko
Executive Director

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Thomas H. Kean November 26, 2003
CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR The Honorable Marc Grossman
Richard Ben-Veniste Under Secretary for Political Affairs
U.S. Department of State
Max Cleland 2201 C Street, NW
Fred F. Fielding
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Ambassador Grossman:

Slade Gorton
As you know, the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United
John F. Lehman States (better known as the 9-11 Commission) is directed by statute to prepare
a full and complete account of the circumstances surrounding the 9-11
Timothy J. Roemer
terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for, and immediate
James R. Thompson response to, the attacks. The Commission is also chartered to identify and
evaluate lessons learned and provide recommendations to prevent future acts
of terrorism upon our nation.
ip D. Zelikow
JTIVE DIRECTOR
Public Law 107-306 authorizes the Commission to secure needed information
directly from any agency. Thus far, with the strong support of your
Department, the Commission has compiled an extensive written record
numbering more than 2 million pages. Building on this record, meetings with
senior policymakers are essential to developing an authoritative narrative of
the 9-11 attacks. Your perspective is vital to the Commission's understanding
of 9-11 and its immediate aftermath, and we are therefore writing to request
an interview with you during the first half of January 2003.
The Commission wishes to discuss a wide range of topics with you, including
(but not limited to) your description, analysis, and assessment of:
• How the 9-11 attacks affected nonimmigrant visa and foreign visitor
policy; immigrant, refugee and asylee policy; and expectations for border-
related controls, both domestically and internationally.
• Overall USG efforts to combat terrorist organizations, especially al Qaeda.

This includes the State Department's role, as well as your participation in
relevant interagency meetings.
• The State Department's counterterrorism policy before and immediately

after 9-11, with a particular emphasis on diplomatic instruments
considered and used to combat terrorism. This would include U.S.

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pressure on Pakistan and the Taliban to address the al Qaeda presence in

Afghanistan.
• The State Department's diplomatic relations with other countries

(especially Afghanistan, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Sudan) in connection
with counterterrorism. This would include your meetings and
communications with officials from such countries in connection with
counterterrorism.
• Your interaction with the Office of the Coordinator for Counterterrorism.
You may wish to review notes and other documents to refresh your
We are, of course, interested in any other issues you deem relevant to the
Members of the Commission may attend, but the interview will be conducted by
Commission staff. It is the general policy of the Commission to record
interviews.
This proposed interview is separate from your requested participation in a

public hearing to be held in Washington, DC, on January 27, 2004. You will
receive a separate invitation to testify in the coming weeks, and we hope that
you will agree to appear before the Commission for this important public
forum.
Please have a member of your staff contact Scott Allan at (202) 331-4079 to
indicate your availability for such an interview and to relay any questions you
or your staff may have. Thank you in advance for your time and cooperation
Yours sincerely,

Chair Vice Chair
cc: Daniel Levin, U.S. Department of Justice

Karl Hofmann, U.S. Department of State
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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR
The Honorable Karl F. Inderfurth
Richard Ben-Veniste The Elliott School of International Affairs
Max Cleland
1957 E Street, NW
Frederick F. Fielding Suite 501
Jamie S. Gorelick
Slade Gorton Dear Ambassador Inderfurth:
Timothy J. Roemer known as the 9-11 Commission) is directed by statute to prepare a full and
James R. Thompson
terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for, and immediate response
; vUp D. Zelikow learned and provide recommendations to prevent future acts of terrorism upon our
JTIVE DIRECTOR
nation.

authoritative narrative of the September 11,2001 attacks. As the former Assistant
Secretary of State for South Asian Affairs, your perspective is vital to the
request an interview with you during the week of December 15, 2003.
• The United States Government's concerns regarding South Asia, from January
1, 1998, through January 20, 2001. This includes, but is not limited to, the
Kashmiri conflict, nuclear proliferation.and regional terrorist groups.
• Afghanistan as a terrorist sanctuary, from January 1, 1998 through January 20,

2001.
• The United States Government's relationship with the Government of

Pakistan and the Taliban in connection with counterterrorism including
counter terrorist finance, from January 1,1998, through January 20, 2001.
This would include diplomatic instruments considered and used in hopes of
achieving our objectives.

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• The United States Government's discussions with Taliban officials, from

January 1, 1998, through January 20, 2001. This would include your
discussions with Mullahs Jallil, Mujahed, Rabbani, and Omar.
• The relationship between Usama bin Laden and the Taliban leadership, from
January 1, 1998, through January 20,2001.
• The United States Government's decision to launch cruise missiles against

Afghanistan in August of 1998.
• The current approach to the region as it relates to counterterrorism.
Commission's understanding of 9-11 generally and South Asia specifically, as
well as your thoughts on policy recommendations for the future. The
Commission anticipates that classified information will be discussed at this
K St., NW, Washington, DC location. Members of the Commission may attend,
but the interview will be conducted by Commission staff. It is the general policy
of the Commission to record interviews.

hearing to be held in Washington, DC, on February 23, 2004. You will receive a
separate invitation to testify in the coming weeks, and we hope that you will agree
to appear before the Commission for this important public forum.
Please have a member of your staff contact Scott Allan at (202) 331-4079 to
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
Thomas H. Kean VIA FAX & MAIL
CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton October 20, 2003

VICE CHAIR
Richard Ben-Veniste
Mr. Musawer Mansoor Ijaz
Max Cleland The Crescent Group
Frederick F. Fielding 100 United Nations Plaza
44th Floor
Jamie S. Gorelick New York, NY 10017
Slade Gorton
Dear Mr. Ijaz:
John F. Lehman
Timothy J. Roemer The National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States is
James R. Thompson September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for,
Philip D. Zelikow learned from those attacks and to make recommendations for preventing
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
interview you, under oath, on issues relating to the following general topics:
your discussions with the U.S. and Sudanese governments on improving
relations between the two countries and offers by the Sudanese government to
share terrorist related intelligence with the U.S. Government.
Scott Allan, counsel to the Commission, will make the arrangements for your
interview. The Commission would like to conduct your interview sometime
during the last week of October in Washington, DC, if possible. At least two
policy of the Commission is to tape record interviews. Please call Scott Allan
at 202-331-4079 as soon as possible to discuss the time and location of your
interview, and to raise any other questions you may have.
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
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Thomas H. Kean
CHAIR August 18, 2003
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR Dr. Martin S. Indyk
Richard Ben-Veniste
Director
Saban Center for Middle East Policy
Max Cleland The Brookings Institution
Frederick F. Fielding
1775 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Jamie S. Gorelick
Dear Dr. Indyk:
Slade Gorton
Timothy J. Roemer
EXE'^~>'VE DIRECTOR
interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: Clinton
administration diplomacy in the Middle East, and U.S. counterterrorism policy
since 1998.
sometime in the first half of September in Washington, DC, if possible. At
the general policy of the Commission is to tape record interviews. Please
contact Dan Byman at dlb32@georgetown.edu as soon as possible to^discuss
the time and location of your interview, and to raise any other questions you
may have.
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
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Thomas H. Kean March 25, 2004
CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR The Honorable Theodore Kattouf
Richard Ben-Veniste AMIDEAST
1730 M Street, NW
Fred F. Fielding Suite 1100
Jamie S. Gorelick
Slade Gorton Dear Ambassador Kattouf:

Bob Kerrey
John F. Lehman directed by statute to investigate the facts and circumstances surrounding the
Timothy J. Roemer
James R. Thompson learned from those attacks and to make recommendations for preventing
Philip D. Zelikow
interview you on issues relating to the following topics:
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
• All aspects of an incident occurring in early 1999 involving the sighting of
Usama bin Ladin at a desert hunting camp in western Afghanistan, as
referred to by Steve Coll in his book Ghost Wars, pp. 445 to 448.
• U.A.E. relations with the Taliban, as well as U.S. diplomatic efforts, if

any, to work with the U.A.E. to put pressure on the Taliban.
• The U.S. Government's efforts, if any, to curtail financing of al Qaeda by

the U.A.E.
• Your assessment of the U.A.E. 's efforts to comply with U.N. Security
Council Resolutions 1267 and 1333.

at this interview.
Alexis Albion, Professional Staff Member to the Commission, will make the
interview some time in the first week of April, 2004 in Washington, DC, if
possible. Several members of the Commission's staff will attend your
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interview, and the general policy of the Commission is to tape record

interviews. Please call Alexis Albion at 202-331-4081, or email at
aalbion@9-l lcommission.gov, as soon as possible to discuss the time and
location of your interview, and to raise any other questions you may have.
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
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Marquittia Coleman
From: Alexis Albion

Sent: Tuesday, March 16, 2004 9:29 AM
Subject: invitation letter to Ambassador Kattouf
Marquittia:
I could use some help today getting a letter of invitation out to Ambassador Theodore Kattouf. He's
out of town until the first week of April, but we need to try to book him as soon as possible.
Could you please put together an interview request letter for him (for a non government official)—get
the info from me on what to put in the letter in terms of topics we want to discuss with him. Then we'll
email the letter to him today. K/ ,
AW&EAST,r73o M sf.MV^ Sy.ie ffOO.V%^ x DC
Kattouf is currently President of AMEAST - you can google it and get the address. His email address
is TKattouf@amideast.org.
Thanks in advance for your help on this!
--Alexis
3/16/2004
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Marquittia Coleman
From: Alexis Albion

Sent: Monday, March 15, 2004 4:07 PM
Subject: FW: Ted Khattouf is in town
Marquittia:
If you could get the ball rolling on this today I would much appreciate it.
Thanks,
—Alexis
Original Message
From: Chris Kojm
Sent: Monday, March 15, 2004 12:03 PM
To: Alexis Albion
Cc: Mike Hurley; Front Office
Subject: Ted Khattouf is in town
Alexis -- Ted Khattouf is in town. He served from September 1998 to 2001 as Ambassador to the UAE. He has
retired from the Foreign Service and is now the President of AMIDEAST, an educational exchange outfit.
AMIDEAST is in town (1730 M St. NW) and the phone number is 202-776-9600.
Alexis - Please call him ASAP and a letter to interview can follow. We need to get him in here to talk about all
aspects of the Sheikh AN camp business.
Thanks, C
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United Arab Emirates and Syria, has been
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He then attended the Foreign Service Arabic Language Program in Beirut, which moved
to Tunis following the outbreak of war in Lebanon. He was next assigned as a political
officer to Damascus, and then returned to the United States to serve as a Middle East
analyst in the State Department covering Arab-Israeli affairs. From 1980 to 1982, he
worked as an International Relations Officer in the Department's Near East Bureau,
where he played a key role in establishing the Multi-National Force and Observers in the
Sinai. In 1982-83, Kattouf was a State Department mid-career fellow at Princeton
University.
From 1983 to 1986, during the Iran-Iraq war, Kattouf served in Baghdad as Deputy
Chief of Mission. He then served in Sanaa, one year as Deputy Chief of Mission, and
one year as ChargS d'Affaires. Kattouf returned to the United States in 1988 to serve as
Deputy Director and subsequently Director of the Office of Lebanon, Jordan and Syrian
Affairs. In 1992 he returned overseas, first as Deputy Chief of Mission in Damascus,
then as Deputy Chief of Mission in Riyadh, where he served from 1995 to 1998. It fell to
Kattouf, who was then Charge d'Affaires, to manage the aftermath of the Khobar
Towers bombing in which nineteen American airmen perished. He worked with former
Secretary of Defense Perry to relocate both US air assets and training elements in the
Kingdom to more secure facilities and with former FBI Director Freeh to facilitate FBI-
Saudi cooperation in the subsequent investigation.
President Clinton nominated Kattouf as Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates; he

was confirmed by the Senate in September 1998. During his tenure, US-UAE
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cooperation significantly expanded in a number of fields intended to bolster Gulf security

and combat terrorism. The Embassy played a particularly crucial role in concluding an
$8 billion commercial sale of US fighter aircraft and USG-assisted training. He was then
nominated by President Bush as Ambassador to Syria and confirmed by the Senate in
August 2001.
Ambassador Kattouf assumed his position as President and CEO of AMIDEAST on

September 2, 2003. "On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to welcome
Ambassador Kattouf to AMIDEAST," stated Board Chair Dr. Mary W. Gray. "We are
pleased with the leadership that Ambassador Rugh has provided to the organization for
the past eight years, and we have full confidence that Ambassador Kattouf will continue
to successfully guide AMIDEAST through the new challenges and opportunities that
await us."
America-Mideast Educational and Training Services, Inc. (AMIDEAST) is a private,

nonprofit organization seeking to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation
between Americans and the peoples of the Middle East and North Africa. Every year,
AMIDEAST provides appropriate English language and skills training to thousands of
students and professionals in the Middle East and North Africa, supports numerous
institutional development projects in the region, and administers academic exchange
programs. Founded in 1951, AMIDEAST is headquartered in Washington, DC with a
network of field offices located in Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Syria,
Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, the West Bank and Gaza, and Yemen. For more
information, contact Robert Tuttle, Program Officer, External Affairs, at (202) 776-9600
or rtuttle@amideast.org
AMIDEAST 1730 M St. NW. Suite 1100 Washington DC 20036

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November 26, 2003
Thomas H. Kean
CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton Mr. Paul B. Kurtz

VICE CHAIR Special Assistant to the President and
Richard Ben-Veniste Senior Director for Critical
Infrastructure Protection Board
Max Cleland Homeland Security Council
Fred F. Fielding
EEOB, Room 487
Jamie S. Gorelick
Dear Mr. Kurtz:
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known as the 9-11 Commission) is directed by statute to prepare a full and
Timothy J. Roemer
James R. Thompson terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for, and immediate
response to, the attacks. The Commission is also chartered to identify and
Philip D. Zelikow
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR of terrorism upon our nation.
Meetings with key policymakers are essential to developing an authoritative

narrative of the September 11,2001 attacks. As a former member of the
National Security Council staff prior to your current position with the
Homeland Security Council, your perspective is vital to the Commission's
collective understanding of 9-11 and its aftermath. We are therefore writing to
request a meeting with you during the week of December 15,2003.
The Commission wishes to discuss a wide range of topics with you, including
(but not limited to) your description, analysis, and assessment of:
• The NSC and White House role in U.S. counterterrorism policy during
your tenure, including your knowledge of the relevant Small Group, CSG,
Deputies' Committee, and Principals' Committee meetings.
• U.S. counterterrorism policy in general, and toward al Qaeda in particular,

including intelligence, covert action, and related legal authorities; military
options; U.S. diplomacy, especially with Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and
Pakistan; resources and budgets; the effectiveness of the interagency
process; and the drafting of relevant PDDs.

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• USG counterterrorism efforts related to the Millennium plots and the 2000
attack on the U.S.S. Cole, including a discussion of both the process
whereby responses were chosen and your views on their ultimate
effectiveness.
• Discussions of possible al Qaeda attacks on U.S. soil during your tenure

and responses either taken or considered.
• The use of UAVs as a counterterrorism tool, including your own views on

their efficacy and the policymaking process.
• USG efforts to detect and disrupt terrorist financing, particularly vis-a-vis

Saudi Arabia, and the level of international cooperation with such efforts.

period, including your knowledge of briefings given and recommendations
offered.
your recollection of these matters prior to the meeting.
Members of the Commission may attend, but the meeting will be conducted
by Commission staff. It is the general policy of the Commission to record
interviews.
Please have a member of your staff contact Mike Hurley at (202) 331-4077 to
indicate your availability for such a meeting and to relay any questions you
may have. Thank you in advance for your time and cooperation with the
Commission and its staff in this important matter.
Yours sincerely,

Chair Vice Chair

Thomas A. Monheim, Associate Counsel to the President
Pagel ofl
Marquittia Coleman
From: Stephanie Kaplan [skaplan@9-11commission.gov]

Sent: Monday, November 24,2003 12:28 PM
To: 'Dana Hyde'
Cc: 'Steven Dunne'; mcoleman@9-11commission.gov; dleopold@9-11commission.gov; wbass@9-
11commission.gov; 'Mike Hurley'
Subject: RE: Paul Kurtz Interview Letter
This was sent on 11/18.

STEPHANIE L. KAPLAN
9-11 COMMISSION
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www.9-11commission.gov
Original Message
From: Dana Hyde [mailto:dhyde@9-llcommission.gov]
Sent: Thursday, November 20, 2003 5:18 PM
To: skaplan@9-llcommission.gov
Cc: 'Steven Dunne1; mcoleman@9-llcommission.gov; dleopold@9-llcommission.gov; wbass@9-
llcommission.gov; 'Mike Hurley1
Subject: Paul Kurtz Interview Letter
Stephanie -
I need to add to this letter that we want to inquire about the events in the Sit Room on 9/11. Has it gone
out? If not, please let me know how I can make those changes. Thanks - Dana
11/24/2003
CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR Mr. Matt Levitt
Richard Ben-Veniste Senior Fellow
The Washington Institute for
Max Cleland
Near East Policy
Frederick F. Fielding 1825 L Street, NW
Suite 1050
Jamie S. Gorelick
Slade Gorton
Dear Mr. Levitt:
John F. Lehman
Timothy J. Roemer The National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States is
James R. Thompson
Philip D. Zelikow learned from those attacks and to make recommendations for preventing
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
interview you on Al Qaeda's links to various governments, terrorist financing,
and the role of Saudi Arabia in fostering radicalism. The Commission does
anticipate that classified information will be discussed at this interview.
sometime in the second half of October in Washington, DC, if possible. At
Dan Byman at 202-687-4095 if you have any questions about your -interview.
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
301 7 th Street SW, Room 5125

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December 10, 2003
Thomas H. Kean
CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton Ms. Judith A. Miller

VICE CHAIR Partner
Williams & Connolly, LLP
Richard Ben-Veniste
725 Twelfth St., NW
Max Cleland Washington, DC 20005
Fred F. Fielding
Dear Ms. Miller:
Jamie S. Gorelick
Slade Gorton
John F. Lehman September 11,2001 terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for,
Timothy J. Roemer
James R. Thompson future attacks. As part of its investigation, the Commission hereby requests to
interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: the role of the
Philip D. Zelikow
military in the war against terrorism prior to September 11, 2001, including
DIRECTOR the use of UAV's, the role of the military in homeland defense and related
issues of posse comitatus. The Commission does anticipate that classified
Bonnie Jenkins, counsel to the Commission, will make the arrangements for
sometime in the first half of January in Washington, DC, if possible. You
may wish to review notes and other materials you may have to refresh your
recollection of these matters prior to the interview. At least two members of
the Commission's staff will attend your interview, and the general policy of
the Commission is to tape record interviews. Please call Bonnie Jenkins at
202-331-4078 as soon as possible to discuss the time and location of your
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
301 7* Street SW, Suite 5125 26 Federal Plaza
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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR The Honorable William B. Milam
Senior Scholar
Richard Ben-Veniste
Woodrow Wilson International Center
Max Cleland for Scholars
One Woodrow Wilson Plaza
Fred F. Fielding
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Jamie S. Gorelick Washington, DC 20004-3027
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Dear Ambassador Milam:
John F. Lehman
Timothy J. Roemer
and immediate response to, the attacks, as well as to evaluate the lessons
learned from the attacks and to make recommendations for preventing future
). Zelikow
/HVE DIRECTOR attacks. As part of its investigation, the Commission hereby requests to
interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: Afghanistan
as a terrorist sanctuary and USG relations with both Pakistan and the Taliban
in connection with counterterrorism policy. The Commission does anticipate
that classified information will be discussed at this interview.
in the second half of November 2003 in Washington, DC, if possible. At least
two members of the Commission's staff will attend your interview, and the
general policy of the Commission is to record interviews. Please call Scott
Allan at 202-331-4079 as soon as possible to discuss the time and location of
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
301 7 th Street SW, Suite 5125 26 Federal Plaza
Wanhm^nm, DC 20407 Suite 13-100
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[AIR
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be CHAIR Mr. Douglas Miller
bhard Ben-Veniste Vice President Corporate Development
Union Oil Company of California
ix Cleland 2141 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 4000
Klerick F. Fielding El Segundo, CA 90245
nie S. Gorelick Dear Mr. Miller:

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in F. Lehman directed by statute to investigate the facts and circumstances surrounding the
nothy J. Roemer September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for,
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l. Zelikow interview you, under oath, on issues relating to the following general topics:
IVE DIRECTOR
UNOCAL's plans for an Afghan oil pipeline in the 1990's and UNOCAL's
discussions with the Taliban during that same period.
in October in Washington, DC, if possible. At least two members of the
Commission's staff will attend your interview, and the general policy of the
Commission is to tape record interviews. Please call Scott Allan at
202-331-4079 as soon as possible to discuss the time and location of your
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
cc: Samuel H. Gillespie III, Esq.

General Counsel to UNOCAL
301 7'K Street SW, Room 5125

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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR
General Richard B. Myers
Richard Ben-Veniste Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff
9999 Pentagon
Max Cleland
Dear Chairman Myers:
Jamie S. Gorelick
Slade Gorton As. you know, the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United
States (better known as the 9-11 Commission) is directed by statute to prepare a
John F. Lehman full and complete account of the circumstances surrounding the September 11,
Timothy J. Roemer
2001 terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for, and immediate
James R. Thompson evaluate lessons learned and provide recommendations to prevent future acts of
terrorism upon our nation.
Ph X Zelikow
EXt>_ - ilVE DIRECTOR Public Law 107-306 authorizes the Commission to secure needed information
directly from any agency. Thus far, with support from the Department of
Defense, the Commission has compiled an extensive written record numbering
over 2 million pages. Building on this record, meetings with senior policymakers
are essential to developing an authoritative narrative on the September 11, 2001
attacks. Your perspective is vital to informing the Commission's understanding
of 9-11 and its immediate aftermath, and we are therefore writing to request a
meeting with you during the week of January 26, 2004.
• The role of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) in the development of U.S.
counterterrorism policy from March 1, 2000, through September 20, 2001,
including your participation in relevant Principals' and Deputies' Committee
meetings and the JCS position articulated at these meetings.
• The military's counterterrorism responsibilities and the effectiveness of U.S.

counterterrorism policy, including your advice to the Secretary of Defense,
White House officials, and other principals about the proper strategic and
tactical responses to the al Qaeda threat.
• The effectiveness of interagency coordination on the al Qaeda threat,

including guidance provided to the Department of Defense and JCS in
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relevant presidential decision directives and national security presidential

directives.
• The Department of Defense and JCS response to the 1998 East Africa
embassy bombings, the Millennium plots, and the 2000 attack on the U.S.S.
Cole, including the military's views on the various response options
considered.
• Military options requested, considered, rejected, or approved in response to al

Qaeda from March 1, 2000, to September 20, 2001, including paramilitary or
special forces missions, and steps taken by the JCS in preparation for a
possible order to strike al Qaeda or Taliban targets.
• The readiness of the military to carry out possible orders to strike al Qaeda
targets in Afghanistan or elsewhere.

• Intelligence support to the military on the al Qaeda threat, including

cooperation between the CIA and the military in responding to that threat and
discussions on the use of UAVs.
• JCS efforts to ensure international military cooperation against al Qaeda,

including efforts with the government of Uzbekistan.
• An assessment of discussions that took place from March 1, 2000, to

September 11, 2001 on possible al Qaeda attacks on U.S. soil arid the
Department of Defense's preparations for homeland defense.
• The Pentagon's immediate response to the attacks of September 11, 2001.
You may wish to review notes and other documents to refresh your recollection of
these matters prior to the interview.
Commission's understanding of 9-11 specifically, and war on terrorism generally,
as well as your thoughts on policy recommendations for the future. Members of
the Commission and select staff would attend, and it is the general policy of the
General Richard B. Meyers
October 30, 2003
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hearing to be held in Washington, DC on March 22, 2004. You will receive a
Please have a member of your staff contact Daniel Leopold at (202) 331-4064 to
Yours sincerely,

Chair Vice Chair

Pat Downs, U.S. Department of Defense
Thomas H. Kean
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR Lt. Gen. Gregory S. Newbold, USMC, (Ret.)
Richard Ben-Veniste
Executive Vice President and COO
The Potomac Institute for Policy Studies
Max Cleland 901 N. Stuart Street, Suite 200
Arlington, VA 22203
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear General Newbold:

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Timothy J. Roemer
September 11,2001 terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for,
Philip D. Zelikow interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: U.S. military
DIRECTOR preparedness for counterterrorism in the U.S. and the CENTCOM area of
responsibility since 1998.
sometime in the first half of September in Washington, DC, if possible. At
Bonnie Jenkins at 202-331-4078 as soon as possible to discuss the time and
location of your interview, and to raise any other questions you mayjiave,
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director

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Thomas H. Kean
August 29, 2003
CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
Ambassador Robert B. Oakley
VICE CHAIR Distinguished Research Fellow
Institute for National Strategic Studies
Richard Ben-Veniste
National Defense University
Max Cleland Fort Lesley J. McNair
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Ambassador Oakley:

Slade Gorton
Timothy J. Roemer
Philip D. Zelikow interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: the al Qaeda
EXECJ-=^VE DIRECTOR presence in Afghanistan, U.S.-Pakistani relations relating to terrorism, and the
Unocal pipeline project.
interview. The Commission would like to conduct your interview some time
in the first half of September in Washington DC, if possible. Several
at 202-331 -4079 as soon as possible to discuss the time and location of your
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Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
Cc: Pat Downs, Department of Defense

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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR The Honorable Thomas R. Pickering
Senior Vice President
Richard Ben-Veniste
The Boeing Company
Max Cleland 1530 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22209
Fred F. Fielding
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Ambassador Pickering:

Slade Gorton
Timothy J. Roemer
James R. Thompson learned from the attacks and to make recommendations for preventing future
attacks. As part of its investigation, the Commission hereby requests to
. Zelikow
interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: U.S.
, flVE DIRECTOR counterterrorism policy; the Taliban and Washington's approach to Islamabad
on counterterrorism issues; USG counterterrorist financing efforts; and
management of the counterterrorism aspects of consular, migration, and
refugee affairs. The Commission does anticipate that classified information
will be discussed at this interview.
in the first half of December 2003 in Washington, DC, if possible. At least
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
301 7'h Street SW, Suite 5125 26 Federal Plara
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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR Whit Peters, Esq.
Richard Ben-Veniste Partner
Williams and Connolly
Max Cleland 725 12th Street, N.W.
Frederick F. Fielding Washington, D.C. 20005
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Mr. Peters:
Slade Gorton
Timothy J. Roemer September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for,
James R. Thompson
Philip D. Zelikow interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: U.S. military
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
preparedness for counterterrorism since 1998. The Commission anticipates
sometime in the second half of October in Washington, DC, if possible. At
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director

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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR
The Honorable Colin L. Powell
Richard Ben-Veniste Secretary of State
2201 C Street, NW
Max Cleland
Dear Secretary Powell:
Jamie S. Gorelick
Slade Gorton As you know, the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United
Timothy J. Roemer 2001 terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for, and immediate
Philip D. Zelikow
EX'^'TIVE DIRECTOR Public Law 107-306 authorizes the Commission to secure needed information
directly from any agency. Thus far, with the strong support of you and your
Department, the Commission has compiled an extensive written record numbering
more than 2 million pages. Building on this record, meetings with senior
policymakers are essential to developing an authoritative narrative of the
September 11, 2001 attacks. Your perspective is vital to the Commission's
understanding of 9-11 and its immediate aftermath, and we are therefore writing
to request a meeting with you during the week of January 18, 2004.
• USG efforts to combat terrorist organizations, especially al Qaeda, from

January 20, 2001 to September 20, 2001. This includes the State
Department's overall role as well as your participation in relevant Principals'
Committee meetings. It should also include, inter alia, your views of the
effectiveness of U.S. counterterrorism policy.
• The State Department's counterterrorism policy in general with a particular

emphasis on diplomatic instruments considered and used to combat terrorism,
from January 20, 2001 to September 20, 2001. This would include U.S.
pressure on Pakistan and the Taliban to address the al Qaeda presence in
Afghanistan.
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• The State Department's diplomatic relations with other countries (especially

Afghanistan, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Sudan) in connection with terrorism,
from January 20, 2001 to September 20, 2001. This would include your
meetings and communications with officials from such countries in
connection with counterterrrorism.
• The role of, and your interaction with, the Office of the Coordinator for
Counterterrorism both before and after the September 11 attacks.
• The State Department's recommended responses to the U.S.S. Cole bombing.
• The State Department's visa issuance policy and practice in the context of
Counterterrorism.
• The Clinton-Bush transition period as it related to Counterterrorism policy.

This includes all Counterterrorism briefings you received during that period.
these matters prior to the meeting.
Commission's understanding of 9-11 specifically and Counterterrorism policy
Members of the Commission and select staff will attend, and it is the general policy
of the Commission to record such meetings.
This proposed meeting is separate from your requested participation in a public

hearing to be held in Washington, DC, on March 24, 2004. You will receive a
indicate your availability for such a meeting and to relay any questions you or
Yours sincerely,

Chair Vice Chair

Karl W. Hofrnann, Executive Secretary
Thomas H. Kean December 2, 2003
CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR Dr. Susan E. Rice
Senior Fellow
Richard Ben-Veniste
Foreign Policy and Governance Studies
Max Cleland Programs
The Brookings Institution
Fred F. Fielding
1775 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Jamie S. Gorelick Washington, DC 20036
Slade Gorton
Dear Dr. Rice:
John F. Lehman
Timothy}. Roemer directed by statute to investigate the facts and circumstances surrounding the
D. Zelikow
JT1VE DIRECTOR future attacks. As part of its investigation, the Commission hereby requests to
interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: US policy
towards Sudan, the al Qaeda presence in Sudan, and alleged offers by the
Sudanese government to assist the United States on counterterrorism matters.
at this interview.
during the second half of December 2003 in Washington, DC. At least two
at 202-331-4079 as soon as possible to discuss the time and location of your
301 7'1' Street SW, Suite 5125 26 Federal Pla:a

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Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR Mr. Steven Simon
Richard Ben-Veniste Senior Analyst
RAND
Max Cleland 1200 South Hayes Street
Fred F. Fielding Arlington, VA 22202-5050
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Mr. Simon:

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Timothy J. Roemer
nation.
Philip D. Zelikow
,UT!VE DIRECTOR
Interviews with former policymakers are essential to developing an authoritative
narrative of the September 11,2001 attacks. As a former member of the National
Security Council staff, your knowledge and perspective is vital to the
Commission's work. We are therefore writing to request an interview with you
during the week of December 1, 2003.
• The NSC and White House role in U.S. counterterrorism policy during your
tenure, including your knowledge of the relevant Small Group, CSG,
Deputies' Committee, and Principals' Committee meetings.
• USG counterterrorism policy in general, and toward al Qaeda in particular,

including intelligence, covert action, and related legal authorities; military
options; U.S. diplomacy, especially with Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and
Pakistan; resources and budgets; the effectiveness of the interagency process;
and the drafting of related presidential decision directives.

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• USG counter-terrorism efforts related to the 1998 East Africa embassy

bombings, the Millennium plots, and the 2000 attack on the U.S.S. Cole,
including a discussion of both the process whereby responses were chosen and
your views on their ultimate effectiveness.
• Discussions of possible al Qaeda attacks on U.S. soil during your tenure and
responses either taken or considered.
• The use of UAVs as a counterterrorism tool, including your own views on

their efficacy and the policymaking process.
• USG efforts to detect and disrupt terrorist financing, particularly vis-a-vis

Saudi Arabia, and the level of international cooperation with such efforts.

period, including your knowledge of briefings given and recommendations
offered.
private session, requiring that the interviews take place at the Commission's 2100
interviews will be conducted by Commission staff. It is the general policy of the
Please contact Mike Hurley at (202) 331-4077 to indicate your availability for
such an interview and to relay any questions you may have. Thank you in
advance for your time and cooperation with the Commission and its staff in this
important matter.
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
0
Executive Director
CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR The Honorable Bill Richardson
Richard Ben-Veniste
Governor of New Mexico
State Capitol
Max Cleland Suite 400
Fred F. Fielding
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Governor Richardson:

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Timothy J. Roemer
lip D. Zelikow
of terrorism upon our nation. As part of its investigation, the Commission
UTIVE DIRECTOR hereby requests to interview you on issues relating to Afghanistan as a terrorist
sanctuary and your discussions with the Taliban regarding Osama bin Laden.
at this interview.
in late November or early December via a secure telephone line. At least two
members of the Commission's staff will conduct your interview. Please call
Scott Allan at (202) 331-4079 as soon as possible to discuss the time and date
of your interview, and to raise any other questions you may have.
Sincerely,
0
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director

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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR
The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld
Richard Ben-Veniste Secretary of Defense
1010 Defense Pentagon
Max Cleland
Dear Secretary Rumsfeld:
Jamie S. Gorelick
Slade Gorton As you know, the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United
Timothy J. Roemer 2001 terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for, and immediate
Philip D. Zeltkow
EXB*""<nVE DIRECTOR Public Law 107-306 authorizes the Commission to secure needed information
directly from any agency. Thus far, with the strong support of you and your
Department, the Commission has compiled an extensive written record numbering
more than 2 million pages. Building on this record, meetings with senior
policymakers are essential to developing an authoritative narrative of the
September 11,2001 attacks. Your perspective is vital to the Commission's
understanding of 9-11 and its immediate aftermath, and we are therefore writing
to request a meeting with you during the week of February 2, 2004.
• The Department of Defense's role in the development of U.S.

counterterrorism policy from January 20, 2001 through September 20, 2001,
including your participation in relevant Principals' Committee meetings.
• The Department's counterterrorism responsibilities and the effectiveness of

U.S. counterterrorism policy, including your discussions with White House
officials and other principals about the proper strategic and tactical responses
to the al Qaeda threat.

including an analysis of guidance provided by the Department for relevant
national security presidential directives.
301 7th Street SW, Room 5125
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• The Department's response to the 2000 attack on the U.S.S. Cole, including
the various options requested, considered, rejected, or approved.

Qaeda from January 1, 2001 to September 20, 2001, including paramilitary or
special forces missions, steps taken by the Department in preparation for a
possible order to strike al Qaeda or Taliban targets, and your assessment of the
military's readiness to carry out any such orders.

• Intelligence support to the military on the al Qaeda threat, including the

cooperation between the CIA and Defense in responding to that threat and
• The Department's efforts to ensure international military cooperation against

al Qaeda, including efforts with the government of Uzbekistan.
• The discussions that took place from January 1, 2001 to September 11, 2001
on possible al Qaeda attacks on U.S. soil and the Department's preparations
for homeland defense.
• The Pentagon's immediate response to the attacks of September 11, 2001 and
your personal involvement in that response.
these matters prior to the meeting.
Members of the Commission and select staff will attend, and it is the general policy
of the Commission to record such meetings.
This proposed meeting is separate from your requested participation in a public

hearing to be held in Washington, DC, on March 22,2004. You will receive a
indicate your availability for such a meeting and to relay any questions you or
October 20, 2003
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Yours sincerely,

Chair Vice Chair

Pat Downs, U.S. Department of Defense
CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR
General H. Hugh Shelton (USA, ret.)
RicKard Ben-Veniste President of International Operations and Vice Chair
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Timothy J. Roemer
Zelikow nation.
EX! tVE DIRECTOR

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, your perspective is vital to the
request an interview with you during the week of January 26, 2004.
• The role of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) in the development ofU.S.
counterterrorism policy from January 1, 1998, through September 20, 2001,
including your participation in relevant Principals' Committee meetings, the
JCS position articulated at these meetings, and your advice to the Secretary of
Defense, White House officials, and other principals about the proper strategic
and tactical responses to the al Qaeda threat.
• The military's counterterrorism responsibilities, the effectiveness of U.S.

counterterrorism policy, and the readiness of the military to carry out possible
orders to strike al Qaeda targets in Afghanistan or elsewhere.

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including guidance provided to the Department of Defense and JCS in
relevant presidential decision directives and national security presidential
directives.
• The Department of Defense and JCS response to the 1998 East Africa
embassy bombings, the Millennium plots, and the 2000 attack on the U.S.S.
Cole, including the military's views on the various response options
considered.
• Military options requested, considered, rejected, or approved regarding al

Qaeda from January 1, 1998, to September 20, 2001, including paramilitary or
special forces missions and steps taken by the JCS in preparation for a
possible order to strike al Qaeda or Taliban targets.

• Intelligence support to the military on the al Qaeda threat, including the

cooperation between the CIA and the military in responding to that threat and
• The military's efforts to ensure international military cooperation against al

Qaeda, including with the government of Uzbekistan.
• Discussions that took place from January 1, 1998, to September 11, 2001, on
possible al Qaeda attacks on U.S. soil and the Department of Defense's
preparations for homeland defense.
• The Pentagon's immediate response to the attacks of September 11, 2001, and
your personal involvement in that response.
K. Street, NW, location. Members of the Commission may attend, but the
October 30, 2003
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2004. I will be happy to accommodate your request; however, in looking through the list of
questions and proposed areas of discussion, I am concerned that I will be unable to provide you
with many of the insights you are seeking. It has been nearly 30 months since I was Chairman
and I have "no notes or other materials" to refresh my memory since most of this material was
classified; consequently, it will have to be to the "best of my memory."
As you know, the Chairman's position is an extraordinarily busy position, usually with a number
of activities occurring simultaneously. This makes the task of remembering exact times and
dates even more difficult. Nevertheless, I will honor your request and provide insights to the
best of my ability.
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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR Mr. Walter Slocombe
Richard Ben-Veniste Partner
Caplin and Drysdale Attorneys
Max Cleland 1 Thomas Circle, NW
Fred F. Fielding
Suite 100
Jamie S. Gorelick
Slade Gorton
Dear Mr. Slocombe:
known as the 9-11 Commission) is directed by statute to prepare a full and
Timothy J. Roemer
James R. Thompson terrorist attacks, including the nation's preparedness for, and immediate response
. Zelikow
QUTIVE DIRECTOR nation.

authoritative narrative of the September 11,2001 attacks. As the former Under
Secretary of Defense for Policy, your perspective is vital to the Commission's
collective understanding of 9-11, and we are therefore writing to request an
interview sometime in the second half of November 2003 in Washington, DC, if
possible.
• The Department of Defense's role in U.S. counterterrorism policy, after

January 1998 until your departure, including your assessment of DoD's view
of the extent of its counterterrorism responsibilities.
• DoD's positions articulated at relevant Deputies' Committee meetings on how

to respond to the al Qaeda threat, as well as a description of Deputies'
Committee meetings that discussed military options.
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including an analysis of input provided by DoD for the relevant presidential
decision directives.
• DoD's responses to the 1998 East Africa embassy bombings, the Millennium
plots, and the 2000 attack on the U.S.S. Cole, including DoD's views on the
wisdom of various options considered.

Qaeda during this period, including paramilitary or special forces missions,
steps taken by DoD in preparation for a possible order to strike al Qaeda or
Taliban targets during your tenure, the readiness of the military to carry out
such orders, and military attitudes toward requests to strike Afghan or other al
Qaeda-related targets.
• Your own advice to the Secretary of Defense and his deputies about the
proper strategic and tactical responses to the al Qaeda threat.
• Intelligence support to the military on the al Qaeda threat, including cooperation

between the CIA and DoD in responding to the al Qaeda threat and the possible
use of UAVs. This should also include discussion of funding, flying, and firing
issues related to relevant UAV programs.
• Your knowledge of the handling of counterterrorism issues during the Clinton-

Bush transition period.
Mr. Walter Slocombe
November 11,2003
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Please have a member of your staff contact Bonnie Jenkins at (202) 331-4078 to
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR The Honorable Michael Sheehan
Richard Ben-Veniste Deputy Commissioner for Counterterrorism
New York Police Department
Max Cleland One Police Plaza
Fred F. Fielding
New York, NY 10038
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Ambassador Sheehan:

Slade Gorton
Timothy J. Roemer
of terrorism upon our nation.
Philip D. Zelikow
5*"i<CUTIVE DIRECTOR
Interviews with senior policymakers are essential to developing an
Coordinator for Combating Terrorism and the current NYPD Deputy
Commissioner for Counterterrorism, your perspective is vital to the
Commission's collective understanding of 9-11. Given your unique role in
shaping U.S. Counterterrorism policy, we are writing to request an interview
with you and propose that it be divided into two sessions—the first during the
month of December 2003 in Washington, DC, and the second during the
month of January 2004 in New York City.
In connection with your work as Coordinator for Combating Terrorism, the

Commission wishes to discuss a wide range of topics with you, including (but
• Overall USG efforts to combat terrorist organizations, especially al Qaeda.

This includes the State Department's role as well as your participation in
relevant interagency meetings.
• The State Department's Counterterrorism policy in general, with a

particular emphasis on diplomatic instruments considered and used to
combat terrorism. This would include U.S. pressure on Pakistan and the
Taliban to address the al Qaeda presence in Afghanistan.

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• The State Department's diplomatic relations with other countries

(especially Afghanistan, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Sudan) in connection
with counterterrorism. This would include your meetings and
communications with officials from such countries in connection with
counterterrorism.
• The role of the Office of the Coordinator for Counterterrorism in

formulating U.S. border security policy generally and watchlisting
programs specifically. This would include the nature of the relationship
between that office and the Bureaus of Consular Affairs, Intelligence and
Research, and Diplomatic Security.
• USG efforts to detect and disrupt terrorist financing.
In connection with your work at the NYPD, the Commission wishes to discuss
additional topics with you, including (but not limited to) your description,
analysis, and assessment of:
• The counterterrorism efforts of the City of New York, including the

collaborative efforts between the NYPD and agencies and departments of
the federal government.
your recollection of these matters prior to the interviews.
The Commission anticipates that classified information will be discussed at
these private sessions, requiring that the interviews take place at the
Commission's Washington and New York offices. Members of the
Commission may attend, but the interviews will be conducted by Commission
staff. It is the general policy of the Commission to record interviews.
The proposed interviews are separate from your requested participation in a

public hearing to be held in Washington, DC, on February 24,2004. You will
receive a separate invitation to testify in the coming weeks, and we hope that
you will agree to appear before the Commission for this important public
forum.
The Honorable Michael Sheehan
November 26, 2003
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Please have a member of your staff contact Scott Allan at (202) 331 -4079 to
indicate your availability for such interviews and to raise any questions you or
your staff may have. Thank you in advance for your time and cooperation
Yours sincerely,

Chair Vice Chair
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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR The Honorable Thomas W. Simons, Jr.
Director
Richard Ben-Venisce
Program on Eurasia in Transition
Max Cleland 625 Massachusetts Avenue, Suite 252
Cambridge, MA 02139
Fred F. Fielding
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Ambassador Simons:

Slade Gorton
Timothy J. Roemer
.Zelikow
interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: Afghanistan
, IVE DIRECTOR as a terrorist sanctuary and USG relations with both Pakistan and the Taliban
in connection with counterterrorism policy. The Commission does anticipate
general policy of the Commission is to tape record interviews. Please call
Scott Allan at 202-331-4079 as soon as possible to discuss the time and
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
301 7' h Street SW, Suite 5 1 2 5 26 Federal Pla:a

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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR Mr. Brian Sheridan
Richard Ben-Veniste
Deputy General Manager
Bechtel Nevada
Max Cleland P.O. Box 98521
Mail Stop NLV002
Las Vegas, NV 89193-8521
Jamie S. Gorelick
Slade Gorton
Dear Mr. Sheridan:
Timothy J. Roemer directed by statute to investigate the facts and circumstances surrounding the
EXF/"~""IV£ DIRECTOR
interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: U.S. military
preparedness, including use of Special Operations Forces, for combating
terrorism since 1998.
sometime in the first half of November in Washington, DC, if possible. At
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director

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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR
Mr. James B. Steinberg
Richard Ben-Veniste Vice President and Director of Foreign Policy Studies
The Brookings Institution
Max Cleland
1775 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Frederick F. Fielding Washington, DC 20036
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Mr. Steinberg:

Slade Gorton
Timothy J. Roemer
PhilipJ\Zelikow nation.
f E DIRECTOR

authoritative narrative of the September 11, 2001 attacks. As the former Deputy
National Security Adviser, your perspective is vital to the Commission's
collective understanding of 9-11, and we are therefore writing to request an
interview with you during the week of December 14, 2003.
• The NSC role in U.S. counter-terrorism policy from January 1998 until the end
of the Clinton administration, including relevant Deputies' Committee
meetings and the drafting of terrorism-related PDDs. This should include,
inter alia, your views on the effectiveness of U.S. counterterrorism policy.
• U.S. counterterrorism efforts related to the 1998 East Africa embassy

bombings, including a discussion of both the process whereby responses were
chosen and your views on their effectiveness.
• U.S. counterterrorism policy in general, with a particular emphasis on ongoing

U.S. efforts to handle the al Qaeda threat, including intelligence, covert
actions, and related legal authorities; military options considered; U.S.
diplomacy, especially with Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan; terrorist
financing; the use of UAVs; and the effectiveness of the interagency process
on counterterrorism issues.
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• Discussions of possible al Qaeda attacks on U.S. soil during your tenure and
responses either taken or considered.
• U.S. counterterrorism efforts related to the Millennium plots, including after-

action review.
• U.S. counterterrorism efforts related to the 2000 attack on the U.S.S. Cole,
including responses considered and the handling of the Cole issue during the
transition period.
• Steps taken relating to U.S. visa, immigration, and border controls and related
bilateral and multilateral discussions.

Yours sincerely,

Chair Vice Chair
Thomas H. Kean
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR Dr. David Shinn
Elliott School of International Affairs
Richard Ben-Veniste
Max Cleland 1957 E Street, NW
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Dr. Shinn:

Slade Gorton
Timothy J. Roemer
Philip D. Zelikow interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: 1) USG policy
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR towards Sudan in the mid 1990's and, Al-Qaeda's 2) presence in that country.
in the first half of September in Washington, DC, if possible. At least two
at 202-331-4079 soon as possible to discuss the time and location of your
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director

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WITHDRAWAL NOTICE
Thomas H. Kean September 9, 2003
CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR
Dr. David Tucker
Richard Ben-Veniste Code CC/TD
Naval Postgraduate School
Max Cleland
5 89 Dyer Road
Frederick F. Fielding Monterey, CA 93943
Jamie S. Gorelick
Dear Dr. Tucker:
Slade Gorton
On behalf of the Commission's staff, I want to thank you for taking the time
John F. Lehman to interview with us on September 5, 2003. We enjoyed meeting with you and
Timothy J. Roemer learning about your views on DoD counterterrorism strategies. The interview
also provided helpful insight for our mission.
James R. Thompson
Again, thank you for giving us the opportunity to meet with you and we look
Philip D. Zelikow forward to working with you in the near future.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Bonnie Jenkins
Counsel
International Counterterrorism Policy Team

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Thomas H. Kean December 23,2003
CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR The Honorable Edward S. Walker, Jr.
Richard Ben-Veniste President
Max Cleland 176 I N Street, NW
Fred F. Fielding
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Ambassador Walker:

Slade Gorton
Timothy J. Roemer
Philip D. Zelikow interview you on U.S. relations with several Middle Eastern countries at the
E"~-'JTIVE DIRECTOR end of the Clinton administration, particularly Saudi Arabia. The Commission
does anticipate that classified information will be discussed at this interview,
requiring that it take place at our office located in downtown K Street.
Daniel Byman, consultant to the Commission, has made the arrangements for
your interview, which is scheduled for January 6, 2003, from 11:00-1:00 p.m.
At least two members of the Commission's staff will attend your interview,
and the general policy of the Commission is to record interviews. Please call
Mr. Byman at 202-687-4095 if you have any questions about your interview.
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director

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CHAIR
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR The Honorable Philip C. Wilcox, Jr.
President
Richard Ben-Veniste
Foundation for Middle East Peace
Fred F. Fielding
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Ambassador Wilcox:

Slade Gorton
Timothy J. Roemer
P>- . Zelikow
interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: USG
JTIVE DIRECTOR counterterrorism policy toward Afghanistan and Sudan, and USG
counterterrorist financing efforts. The Commission does anticipate that
classified information will be discussed at this interview.
Sincerely,
0
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director
301 7' h Street SW, Suite 5 1 2 5 26 Federal Pla:a

Washington, DC 20407 Suite 1 3 - I C O
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Thomas H. Kean
CHAIR September 30, 2003
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR
Mr. Andrew S. Weiss
Richard Ben-Veniste
Strategist
Max Cleland AIG Trading Group Inc.
One Greenwich Plaza
Greenwich, CT 06830
Jamie S. Gorelick
Dear Mr. Weiss:
Slade Gorton
Timothy J. Roemer
Philip D. Zelikow
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: al Qaeda,
Russia, Chechnya, and the NSC. The Commission does anticipate that
classified information will be discussed at this interview.
Warren Bass, Professional Staff Member to the Commission, will make the
interview sometime in the first half of October in Washington, DC, if possible.
At least two members of the Commission's staff will attend your interview,
and the general policy of the Commission is to tape record interviews. Please
call Warren Bass at 202-296-5568 as soon as possible to discuss the time and
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikou
Executive Director
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Thomas H. Kean
Lee H. Hamilton
VICE CHAIR Dr. Marvin Weinbaum
Richard Ben-Veniste
Scholar-in-Residence
Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Dr. Weinbaum:

Slade Gorton
Timothy J. Roemer
Philip D. Zelikow interview you on issues relating to the following general topics: the rise of the
E DIRECTOR Taliban; Pakistan's relationship with the Taliban and al Qaeda; and U.S.
policy towards Pakistan. The Commission does anticipate that classified
in the second half of August in Washington, DC, if possible. At least two
at 202-331-4079 as soon as possible to discuss the time and location"•^twof your
interview, and to raise any other questions you may have. .„,_
Sincerely,
Philip Zelikow
Executive Director

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Thomas H.

Kean November 17,2003

Slade Gorton Dear Ms. DeRosa:

• How the Clinton administration responded to the terrorist threat in

• The role of the NSC legal advisor's office in fashioning

• Your recollection of any Principals' and/or Deputies' Committee

• A review of legal authorities for conducting operations against Usama

301 7th Street SW, Suite 5125 26 Federal Plaza

The Commission does anticipate that classified information will be discussed

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WITHDRAWAL DATE: 11/20/2008

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DOCUMENT DATE: 10/17/2003 DOCUMENT TYPE: Letter

SUBJECT: Interview request

This document has been withdrawn for the following reason(s):

Thomas H. Kean October 22, 2003

301 7'1' Street SW, Room 5125

Thomas H. Kean October 30, 2003

Slade Gorton Dear Ambassador Freeman:

Interviews with former senior policymakers are essential to developing an

• Saudi counterterrorism cooperation before and after September 11;

• Alleged and actual financing of terrorism by the Saudi regime, by individual

301 7'1'Street SW, Room 5125

This proposed interview is separate from your requested participation in a public

Lee H. Hamilton Mr. Leon Fuerth

Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Mr. Fuerth:

• How Clinton administration principals regarded and responded to the al Qaeda

• Your recollection of Principals' and Deputies' Committee meetings in which

301 7th Street SW, Suite 5125 26 Federal Plaza

• The Clinton administration's approach to Sudan, and how al Qaeda and

• How the Clinton administration reacted to alleged overtures from the

• Responses to the 1998 East Africa Embassy bombings, including options

• The Clinton administration's approach to Afghanistan, and efforts to influence

• The Clinton administration's response to the Millennium plots.

• Options considered in response to the attack on the U.S.S. Cole.

• The handling of counterterrorism issues during the Clinton-Bush transition

Thomas H. Kean Lee H. Hamilton

Mr. Leon Fuerth

Dear Mr. Fue

The National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States is

policy of the Commission is to tape record interviews. Please call Mike

THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

To: Ms. Marquittia Coleman

Dear Ms. Coleman:

Assistant to Leon Fuerth

THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

To: Marquittia Coleman

301 7'1' Street SW, Room 5125

Jamie S. Gorelick Dear Ambassador Grossman:

• Overall USG efforts to combat terrorist organizations, especially al Qaeda.

• The State Department's counterterrorism policy before and immediately

301 7th Street SW, Suite 5125 26 Federal Plaza

pressure on Pakistan and the Taliban to address the al Qaeda presence in

• The State Department's diplomatic relations with other countries

• Your interaction with the Office of the Coordinator for Counterterrorism.

This proposed interview is separate from your requested participation in a

Thomas H. Kean Lee H. Hamilton

cc: Daniel Levin, U.S. Department of Justice

RG: 148 Exposition, Anniversary, and Memorial Commissions

WITHDRAWAL DATE: 11/20/2008

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