Trump’s Mass Deportation Plan Thwarted by Federal Judge

Mon Mar 17 2025 05:20:14 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
Trump’s Mass Deportation Plan Thwarted by Federal Judge

A judge has ruled against Trump’s attempt to use an outdated wartime law for mass deportations of Venezuelans.


In a recent ruling, a federal judge intervened to stop President Trump’s controversial plan to deport members of the Venezuelan crime gang Tren de Aragua using the Alien Enemies Act from 1798. The law was primarily meant to protect the US during wartime and has faced criticism for its improper application in this instance.

On Saturday, US District Judge James Boasberg issued a temporary hold on Trump's deportation plan, which he claimed was based on vague definitions of "invasion" and "predatory incursion." The judge noted that there were reports of planes with deportees preparing to take off and ordered them to be turned back. The proclamation made by Trump, who equated the gang’s actions to "irregular warfare," had already prompted lawsuits from groups like the ACLU, which argued that the law should not apply in this context.

The judge's ruling serves as a significant roadblock to Trump's aggressive immigration agenda, which aims to detain and deport individuals without adhering to standard due process. Critics emphasize that the law should not be stretched beyond its intended purpose as it has historically only been invoked during times of declared war. This latest development raises questions about how immigration laws are applied and the balance of power between the branches of the US government, as the case is poised to move through the judicial system, potentially reaching the Supreme Court. Trump's ongoing push for stricter immigration policies has been a cornerstone of his administration, and this legal challenge may reignite debates among his supporters and opposition alike.

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