Appeals Courts Rule in Favor of Trump on Refugees, Deportations

Two federal appeals courts issued rulings favorable to former President Trump regarding his administration's actions. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals blocked a lower court's order that would have required Trump to restart refugee admissions, allowing his pause to continue, while stipulating that existing applications must proceed. Meanwhile, a panel from the D.C. Circuit Court expressed divided opinions on Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants, questioning the implications for due process and presidential authority. Judge Patricia Millet voiced concerns over the rapid deportations, highlighting potential violations of rights for those accused of gang affiliation. The legal battles surrounding these policies could redefine the limits of executive power in immigration and national security matters. As these cases unfold, they reflect the ongoing tensions between the judiciary and the executive branch in the context of Trump's controversial immigration strategies.