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Trump Administration Faces Legal Showdown Over Alien Enemies Act Deportations

The administration's actions are under scrutiny after alleged defiance of a federal court order, prompting warnings of a constitutional crisis and a Supreme Court review.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer appears on Meet the Press on March 23, 2025.
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U.S. President Donald Trump holds up the signed executive order in the White House on March 20, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Overview

  • President Trump invoked the Alien Enemies Act to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members, citing national security concerns.
  • U.S. District Judge James Boasberg issued a restraining order halting the deportations, but the administration is accused of allowing flights to proceed.
  • Trump has called for Boasberg's impeachment, drawing a rare public rebuke from Chief Justice John Roberts, who emphasized judicial independence.
  • The administration claims compliance with the order, arguing the flights had left U.S. territory before the ruling was issued.
  • Legal experts warn the situation could escalate into a constitutional crisis, with the Supreme Court expected to decide the legality of the deportations.