This from the president who wanted to bring the "detainees" from Guantanamo to the States for trials (the kind reserved for American citizens)? One has to wonder what has caused him to change his opinion...I think you have already answered my question. It was to dispel the rumors that he is a radical Islamic supporter.
Anyone who is a student of the Islamic religion and their Quran knows the truth, that Islam teaches that deception is encouraged if it gets you what you want. JMHO