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Mr. Vakhabov's FBI interview reports (302s)
The defense sought to present Vakhabov's FBI interview reports in place of testimony, arguing that he was unavailable and that reliability objections concerned weight rather than admissibility. The government opposed their use, alleging inconsistent statements, self-incrimination concerns, and cumulative material. The judge left the disputed report for further review without announcing a final admissibility decision.
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The defense sought Vakhabov's statements as mitigation evidence about Tamerlan's radicalization and interactions with Jahar, while the government disputed their reliability and potential to mislead jurors.