Michael Clifford: Assange case driven by politics under the guise of criminal justice

Refusing to extradite Wikileaks editor as it may have a major impact on his mental health may fall into category of right decision for the wrong reason, writes Michael Clifford

Julian Assange, who throughout his tumultuous life has commanded loyalty from family, friends and legions of supporters. File picture.

Sometimes justice works in mysterious ways. 

So it went with yesterday’s ruling that Julian Assange is not to be extradited from the UK to the US.