Trump Plans to Use 1798 Alien Enemies Act for Mass Deportations

The former president aims to invoke historical legislation to target gang members if he wins the upcoming election.

Donald Trump announced his intention to use the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport gang-affiliated illegal immigrants.
The law, originally enacted during tensions with France, allows for the removal of noncitizens from hostile nations during wartime.
Trump's proposal focuses on expediting the deportation of gangs like MS-13 and Tren de Aragua.
The Alien Enemies Act has been historically invoked during major conflicts such as the War of 1812 and World Wars I and II.
A recent poll indicates that 54% of adults support mass deportations, reflecting a key issue in the Trump-Harris presidential race.