I just think that this issue brings up a visceral reaction in people. Everyone knows that even Gedolim can make mistakes. Usually, we assume that they don’t. A topic like this, which brings up such a strong emotional reaction, is something that people can go over the top to and accuse even great people of terrible things so long as they feel that those people aren’t doing everything possible.
It’s very similar to the Gilad Shalit issue. It’s tough to have a legitimate opinion because both sides have very strong arguments. Terrible things happen either way if the wrong decision is made. It is our job to voice our opinions so that we can ensure that our leaders, whether political or Gedolei Torah, have all the facts and see every possible angle before they make a decision. It’s also our job to trust that HKBH put the right people in these decision-making positions and that what they decide will be what is best for Klal Yisroel in the long run.