Venezuelan Migrants Win Legal Battle Against Trump's Deportation Efforts

A U.S. judge ruled that Venezuelan migrants targeted for deportation under the 1798 Alien Enemies Act must be allowed to challenge their removal. The Trump administration's decision faced judicial scrutiny, highlighting tensions between executive power and court authority, and prompting calls for procedural checks.

A U.S. judge ruled that Venezuelan migrants targeted by the Trump administration for deportation must be allowed to contest their removal. The ruling came after President Trump's attempt to leverage the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport alleged gang members without finalized orders.

The case underscores a critical examination of Trump's broad executive powers. Federal judges have occasionally acted as checks on the administration's measures, especially with Congress largely supporting the President's agenda. After the deportations were temporarily halted, Trump's call for judicial impeachment led to Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts issuing a rare rebuke.

Judge Boasberg highlighted potential violations of his order, noting that deportation flights were rushed ahead of the ban. The administration argued this judicial intervention overstepped into executive foreign policy. Historical references show the Alien Enemies Act has been rarely applied, emphasizing the unique nature of this legal challenge.

(With inputs from agencies.)