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The relationship between the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the United States has been marked by contention since the ICC's founding, with the U.S. signing but not ratifying the Rome Statute. Concerns over bias against U.S. personnel and sovereignty led to legislation like the American Service-Members' Protection Act, and U.S. administrations have fluctuated between critical and supportive stances towards the ICC. Despite recognizing the importance of international justice, the U.S. continues to face challenges in balancing its interests with cooperation with the ICC.

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The relationship between the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the United States has been marked by contention since the ICC's founding, with the U.S. signing but not ratifying the Rome Statute. Concerns over bias against U.S. personnel and sovereignty led to legislation like the American Service-Members' Protection Act, and U.S. administrations have fluctuated between critical and supportive stances towards the ICC. Despite recognizing the importance of international justice, the U.S. continues to face challenges in balancing its interests with cooperation with the ICC.

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The relationship between the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the United States has

been complex and often contentious. Here’s an overview of the key aspects:

1. Founding and Ratification: The ICC was established by the Rome Statute, which
was adopted in 1998 and entered into force in 2002. The United States, under the
Clinton administration, signed the Rome Statute in 2000 but did not ratify it. The
subsequent Bush administration, particularly after 2002, became more critical of the
ICC.
2. U.S. Concerns: The United States has expressed several concerns about the ICC,
including fears of potential bias against U.S. military personnel and officials, as well
as issues related to sovereignty and the Court’s potential overreach. The U.S.
government has also been worried about the possibility of politically motivated
prosecutions.
3. American Service-Members' Protection Act: In 2002, the U.S. Congress passed the
American Service-Members' Protection Act (ASPA), which aimed to protect U.S.
military personnel from ICC prosecution. The ASPA includes provisions to restrict
U.S. cooperation with the ICC and even allows the use of force to free U.S. nationals
held by the ICC.
4. Bush Administration and Subsequent Policy: Under President George W. Bush, the
U.S. took a critical stance against the ICC and pursued a policy of non-cooperation.
However, the Obama administration adopted a more nuanced approach, focusing on
selective engagement and supporting the ICC's role in international justice while still
not ratifying the Rome Statute.
5. Trump and Biden Administrations: The Trump administration took a notably
adversarial stance towards the ICC, including imposing sanctions on ICC officials. In
contrast, the Biden administration has shown a more supportive attitude towards
international justice, although it has maintained a cautious approach regarding the ICC
and has not reversed all of the Trump-era policies.
6. Ongoing Issues: The U.S. continues to grapple with the balance between supporting
international justice and protecting its own interests. The ICC has been involved in
investigations and prosecutions that sometimes include U.S. allies and adversaries,
which complicates the relationship.

Overall, while the U.S. acknowledges the importance of international justice, its relationship
with the ICC remains strained due to concerns over sovereignty, potential bias, and political
considerations.

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