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Supreme Court Blocks Trump’s Deportation Efforts Under 18th-Century Law

The Supreme Court ruled against the Trump administration, blocking deportation of Venezuelan migrants under the Alien Enemies Act due to insufficient notice for detainees.


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In a 7-2 ruling, the Supreme Court has temporarily prohibited the Trump administration from deporting Venezuelan migrants under the Alien Enemies Act, emphasizing the need for due process and adequate notice before removal. The decision highlights ongoing disputes over the use of this 1798 law, originally intended for wartime scenarios, and the implications of its application on the rights of undocumented migrants. The Court reaffirmed that detainees are entitled to a reasonable opportunity to contest their deportation, leading to further legal reviews of the administration's policies and actions.

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The Supreme Court's ruling is a victory for human rights, affirming that migrants are entitled to due process before deportation under wartime laws.

The Trump administration's efforts to expedite deportations using the Alien Enemies Act have faced significant legal challenges, highlighting the flaws in the administration's aggressive immigration policies.

Critics warn that evoking the Alien Enemies Act for immigration enforcement during peacetime undermines constitutional protections and risks human rights violations.

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