Trump Administration Conducts Deportations Despite Court Order Halting Removals
Despite a court order from Judge Boasberg halting deportations, the Trump administration deported hundreds of Venezuelan immigrants, claiming affiliation with the Tren de Aragua gang. Concerns were raised about the legality of invoking the Alien Enemies Act while addressing human rights implications for individuals being deported.
The Trump administration proceeded with the deportation of hundreds of immigrants from Venezuela to El Salvador, disregarding a temporary restraining order issued by U.S. District Judge James E. Boasberg. This order aimed to halt deportations under an 18th-century wartime law targeting Venezuelan gang members. At the time of the ruling, two planes were already en route to El Salvador and Honduras, which were not turned around as directed by Boasberg.
The actions of the Trump administration raise significant concerns regarding legality and adherence to judicial orders, particularly as the deportations were carried out amidst ongoing litigation. The potential misuse of the Alien Enemies Act underscores the complexities of immigration policy, especially in relation to criminal gangs and the rights of individuals possibly wrongfully identified as gang members.
Original Source: news.az
