WASHINGTON holds about 750 inmates , down from peak of about 250 . Defense Secretary Barack Obama asks Pentagon staff to draw up closure plans . Gates anticipates possible move by Barack Obama to close camp . The camp holds about 250 suspected terrorists , down from a peak of roughly 750 men from 40 countries . President-elect has pledged to shut down Guantanamo Bay .
WASHINGTON holds about 750 inmates , down from peak of about 250 . Defense Secretary Barack Obama asks Pentagon staff to draw up closure plans . Gates anticipates possible move by Barack Obama to close camp . President-elect has pledged to shut down Guantanamo Bay .