Trump, Bukele, and the Growing Assault on the Rule of Law
Briefly

The article discusses the ongoing constitutional crisis in the United States, focusing on the violation of legal rights and habeas corpus under the Trump administration. A federal judge halted the deportations of Venezuelan and Salvadoran men, yet the administration disobeyed this order and continued the deportations, showcasing a disregard for judicial authority. The plight of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, who faced illegal deportation despite a court order, exemplifies the danger of executive power overreach and the erosion of fundamental legal protections in America.
The Trump administration's actions reflect a drastic deviation from legal norms, overshadowing the adhering to constitutional values—essential for maintaining democratic integrity.
The federal courts are being tested in their ability to protect individuals from executive overreach—defining whether the US values the rule of law or raw power.
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