Former Egyptian president Mubarak will be tried on August 3rd in Cairo under charges of killing protesters during the countries recent uprising. In addition to the trial, Mubarak was reportedly fined more than $90 million for restricting internet and cell phone usage during the uprising. This tactic has been used across the world to squelch protests, which might change after a presidence is set in this case. However if Mubarak is found guilty for all the charges, totaling 800 counts of murder, he could very likely fact the death penalty. It is safe to say that how Egypt handles this case will set the bar for their new government.
Megan Smith
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