Overview

• President Trump criticized federal judges for blocking his administration's use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to expedite deportations, accusing courts of undermining national security.
• Trump argued that holding trials for millions of undocumented immigrants is impractical, stating that swift deportations are necessary to remove alleged criminals and gang members.
• The Supreme Court recently halted the deportation of Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador, citing due process concerns, while lower courts have issued injunctions against similar actions.
• Trump has demanded that U.S. military and commercial ships be allowed free passage through the Panama and Suez Canals, instructing Secretary of State Marco Rubio to formalize the request.
• The administration faces mounting legal challenges and criticism over its immigration policies, with experts warning of a potential constitutional crisis over executive authority and judicial independence.