Originally Posted by SilentKnight

Many don't believe he committed a crime - but instead tried to reveal the crimes committed against the American people by the NSA. Being charged with espionage or as a traitor is simply a reactionary and vengeful move orchestrated by the NSA.

I can't conceive how he'd get a fair trial on U.S. soil if he was returned. The deck would be stacked against him. It would be a kangaroo court surrounded by a media circus.