Judge Holds Hearing on Trump Administration's Deportation Flights

A federal judge is investigating whether the Trump administration violated a court order by deporting over 200 alleged gang members to El Salvador, despite a temporary restraining order barring such actions. Judge James Boasberg held a fact-finding hearing amid the administration's dismissal of the order, with officials arguing that the deportation flights had departed before the written order was issued. Trump press secretary Karoline Leavitt questioned the authority of the judge's verbal order, suggesting legal uncertainties surrounding its enforcement. Meanwhile, Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, defiantly stated that the administration would continue deportations, disregarding judicial opinions. This situation represents a significant clash between the executive branch and the judiciary, raising concerns about adherence to legal protocols. The hearing is seen as a pivotal moment in ongoing tensions over immigration enforcement policies under the Trump administration.