Over the weekend, the Trump administration moved over 200 immigrants to El Salvador. This happened just as a federal judge issued a temporary ban on these deportations. On Saturday night, District Judge James E. Boasberg ordered that no one in custody should be deported under the Alien Enemies Act, a law from 1798 that has rarely been used in U.S. history. Trump claimed that the situation was an "invasion" by a Venezuelan gang, Tren de Aragua, and thus invoked this old law. Shockingly, flights transporting immigrants were in the air while the court ruling came down.
Just days later, plaintiffs filed a lawsuit seeking to stop the deportations altogether. They are now asking a federal judge to compel officials to explain whether they violated the court’s order.
The Alien Enemies Act was originally intended to give the president sweeping powers during wartime. It has only been invoked a few times, most notably during World War II. Back then, it justified the internment of people based on their nationality, affecting thousands of Japanese, German, and Italian Americans.
In other news, the Trump administration also made headlines by dismissing most members of the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP). This congressionally funded nonprofit aims to promote peace and good governance. Current employees reported that officials entered the building despite protests over these dismissals, emphasizing its independence from the executive branch.
Meanwhile, Trump is set to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin soon. They are expected to discuss the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, as the U.S. seeks to broker a ceasefire. Special envoy Steve Witkoff suggested that a deal could be reached soon.
U.S. military action in Yemen has also escalated. Trump vowed to use "overwhelming lethal force" against Houthi rebels until they stop attacking ships in a crucial maritime area. Reports indicate that these actions have resulted in significant casualties, including at least 31 deaths.
These events highlight ongoing tensions in several regions and raise questions about the implications of the Alien Enemies Act in today’s context. With deportations and international relations at the forefront, it will be interesting to see how these developments unfold.
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