U.S. Rep. David Price wants to rein in intelligence contractors who deal with detainees.
As part of a national intelligence reauthorization bill, the Chapel Hill Democrat has written several provisions which would bar contractors from interrogating detainees.
The bill would require a detailed report to Congress about the use, cost and training of contractors. It would also require the director of national intelligence to determine whether they are being properly used.
"Interrogations should be carried out by individuals who are well-trained, fall within a clear chain of command, and have a sworn loyalty to the United States -- not by corporate, for-profit contractors," he said in a statement.
The bill passed the House on Wednesday and now goes to the Senate. The White House cited the contractor oversight provisions among its top reasons for why President Bush may veto the bill. (N&O)
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