President Trump has prompted controversy by invoking the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to justify the deportation of Venezuelan gang members from the Tren de Aragua, describing it as an invasion of the United States. However, legal experts assert that such a designation lacks grounding, stating that undocumented immigration does not equate to an invasion. A federal judge has temporarily halted the administration's use of this act, arguing it raises concerning legal and constitutional issues. This situation reflects ongoing tensions between immigration law and national security, and the powers of the presidency to define threats.
"President Trump’s characterization of undocumented immigration as an invasion, particularly through the lens of the Alien Enemies Act, has ignited debate over legal definitions and presidential powers."
"Experts argue that undocumented immigration does not equate to an invasion, challenging Trump's proclamation as an overreach of executive authority."
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