ACLU Sues Trump Administration to Block Migrant Transfers to Guantanamo Bay

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and a coalition of immigrant rights groups have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to prevent the transfer of ten migrants to Guantanamo Bay, arguing that such actions violate U.S. immigration laws and constitutional rights. The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Washington, D.C., claims that transferring detainees to Guantanamo is not only illegal but also unnecessary, given the ample detention capacity within the U.S. The migrants at risk include individuals from Afghanistan, Venezuela, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, all of whom have received final removal orders. Advocates express concerns about the harsh conditions at Guantanamo, which could lead to severe psychological distress among the detainees. The suit highlights the implications of indefinite detention and lack of due process for migrants. This legal challenge reflects broader criticisms of the Trump administration's immigration policies and the potential human rights violations involved in transferring migrants to a facility notorious for its treatment of detainees.