Summary
A federal appeals court decided that President Trump cannot use the Alien Enemies Act to deport people accused of being in a Venezuelan gang. The court found that this law, from the 18th century, was not meant for such cases, and this matter may go to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Key Facts
- A federal appeals court blocked Trump's attempt to use the Alien Enemies Act for fast deportations.
- The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals made the decision, known for being conservative.
- The act has only been used in wartime, such as the War of 1812 and the World Wars.
- The administration linked the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua to the Venezuelan government.
- The court said Trump's use of the act did not meet historical conflict levels needed for its application.
- Deportations based on this act have been stopped in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi.
- One judge disagreed with the ruling, arguing it interfered with presidential powers.
- The decision can be appealed and might be reviewed by the U.S. Supreme Court.
