President Trump has utilized the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport 238 Venezuelan migrants despite a federal judge's order to stop such actions. This law allows for the deportation of non-citizens identified as alien enemies during war or invasion situations. Judge James E. Boasberg blocked the deportations, asserting judicial authority over executive actions. Nevertheless, the administration proceeded with the deportations, signaling a potential constitutional conflict as it raises questions about the balance of power between the presidency and the courts regarding immigration enforcement.
President Trump has decided to invoke the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport Venezuelan migrants, despite a federal judge's order to halt these deportations.
The administration’s deportation of 238 Venezuelan migrants reveals a serious constitutional tension between the executive branch and the judiciary over immigration enforcement.
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