As the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks approaches, the families of victims continue to grapple with the ongoing delays in the trial of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the accused mastermind behind the plot. Despite various opinions highlighting the importance of justice for the victims, the trial remains elusive and may never occur. Recent developments include a plea deal reached with Mohammed and procedural setbacks surrounding his coerced confessions. The prolonged wait has left those seeking closure feeling frustrated and unconscionably neglected. Meanwhile, discussions about the implications of this case on the broader landscape of terrorism and justice in America continue to unfold.