What were Military commissions were created by?

Military commissions were created by the United States government, particularly in response to the need for a legal framework to try individuals accused of terrorism and other offenses during wartime. The most notable establishment of military commissions occurred after the September 11 attacks in 2001, when the Bush administration sought to prosecute suspected terrorists outside the regular civilian court system. These commissions were formalized through executive orders and subsequent legislation, including the Military Commissions Act of 2006. They aimed to balance national security interests with legal processes, although they have faced significant legal and ethical challenges.