Trump's Use of Alien Enemies Act Challenged

Federal judges are challenging the Trump administration's use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants, primarily alleged members of the Tren de Aragua gang, without due process. District Judge James Boasberg has extended a temporary restraining order, emphasizing the need for individualized hearings to ensure the migrants can contest their classification as gang members. Trump's invocation of the Alien Enemies Act, typically limited to wartime, has faced significant legal resistance, with judges questioning its application to modern immigration issues. This legal battle highlights tensions between judicial oversight and Trump's executive actions, with Trump calling for the impeachment of judges like Boasberg who have blocked his administration's deportation efforts. The deportees, currently held in El Salvador, face dire conditions, including reports of torture and beatings. This situation underscores the broader debate over executive power and judicial checks within the U.S. legal system.