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Supreme Court Rejects Appeal to Resume Deporting Venezuelans Under Alien Enemies Act
Critics argue the act, last used in WWII, requires a formal war declaration and cannot bypass due process for alleged gang affiliations.
Critics argue the act, last used in WWII, requires a formal war declaration and cannot bypass due process for alleged gang affiliations.
Justices Alito and Thomas dissented, calling the decision premature and criticizing the lack of input from the government.
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deporting Venezuelan detainees allegedly tied to the Tren de Aragua gang, citing due process concerns in a 5-4 decision.
Conservative justices emphasized fiscal responsibility and limiting judicial overreach, while liberal justices warned of harm to schools and students due to sudden funding cuts.
The Trump administration recognized Black History Month while simultaneously ending identity-based observances, sparking debates over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.
This shift in power may enable Trump to further solidify the conservative majority within the U.S. Supreme Court, potentially altering its current 6-3 conservative skew