Court cites discretionary function immunity for Saudi Prince Salman and SHC in 9/11 terrorism funding claims

Court cites discretionary function immunity for Saudi Prince Salman and SHC in 9/11 terrorism funding claims The passage outlines a legal argument that shields Prince Salman, Prince Naif, and the Saudi humanitarian organization (SHC) from liability for alleged 9/11‑related terrorist financing. It identifies specific actors and a potential flow of charitable funds to extremists, offering a concrete lead for further investigation into Saudi charitable networks, but the document is a court dismissal opinion lacking new factual allegations. Key insights: Plaintiffs allege SHC misused humanitarian relief funds that may have reached terrorists.; Prince Salman is described as Chairman of SHC and former Governor of Riyadh, with alleged ties to mujahideen funding in the 1980s.; The court invoked the discretionary function exception to grant immunity to Saudi officials in their official capacities.