ABC: State Dep't Denied Embassy Security Request in Libya

From ABC: A security support team (SST) of about 16 Special Forces troops asked the State Department to retain an airplane on hand so they could move more easily throughout the country as needed, especially with their weapons. That request was denied  in May, before the 9/11 attack that resulted in the murder of U.S. Ambassador.

This is reportedly just one of several requests for security that were denied prior to the attack.  

Dent Hopeful Qaddafi's Death Will End Bloodshed in Libya

LV Congressman Charlie Dent: “Since 1969, the eccentric and erratic Muammar Qaddafi concentrated his power in Libya by repressing the freedom of its people. In addition to his tyrannical leadership, Qaddafi’s unabashed support for terrorism and alliances with other oppressive international leaders made him a global pariah. I am hopeful his death will bring an end to months of bloodshed in Libya and allow the nation to emerge as a stronger, more stable member of the international community.

“The National Transitional Council (NTC) must now focus on ensuring, for the first time in decades, the Libyan government works for the good of the people rather than its ruler. While Qaddafi’s death certainly represents a major step toward achieving stability in Libya, the NTC will face many difficult challenges in establishing a new government. I am confident the United States will continue to support the Libyan people during this historic transition.”