Judge Boasberg Demands DOJ Answers on Venezuelan Deportations

In a tense courtroom showdown, Judge James Boasberg confronted Department of Justice (DOJ) lawyers over the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan nationals, alleging ties to the gang Tren de Aragua. Boasberg expressed dissatisfaction with the DOJ's responses, labeling them 'woefully insufficient' and ordering further disclosures about the deportation flights. The judge's order temporarily halted these flights, which had already begun before his ruling, prompting criticism from Trump supporters, including calls for Boasberg's impeachment. The administration maintains that the law allows for expedited deportations without traditional procedures, a stance challenged by the ACLU. Tensions between the court and the DOJ escalated as the judge demanded compliance with his orders to ensure due process. The case highlights the ongoing legal battles regarding immigration policy during Trump's presidency.