WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange wins permission to challenge U.S. extradition

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was given permission to have a full appeal over his extradition to the U.S. after arguing at London's High Court on Monday that he might not be able to rely on his right to free speech at a trial.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange wins permission to challenge U.S. extradition
A protester holds placards outside a courthouse.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was given permission to have a full appeal over his extradition to the U.S. after arguing at London's High Court on Monday that he might not be able to rely on his right to free speech at a trial.