Supreme Court Temporarily Upholds Trump Administration's Use of Alien Enemies Act

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled 5-4 to allow the Trump administration to temporarily use the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 for expedited deportations of Venezuelans suspected of gang involvement. While the ruling enables the administration to continue deportations, it also mandates that these migrants be informed of their deportation and given an opportunity to challenge it in court. The decision has sparked dissent among the court's liberal justices, who warn it could undermine the rule of law, with Justice Sotomayor expressing concerns that the government’s actions pose an extraordinary threat to legal principles. Justice Amy Coney Barrett joined the dissent, questioning the implications for legal challenges by the detainees. The ruling is framed as a significant legal victory for Trump, as it allows the continued use of a law intended for wartime deportations. The administration claims the influx of alleged gang members justifies invoking the AEA, which has been criticized for its historical context and potential for misuse.