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Donald Trump's Deportations Get Edgy

2025/3/18
logo of podcast WSJ Opinion: Potomac Watch

WSJ Opinion: Potomac Watch

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The Trump administration deported hundreds of alleged gang members to El Salvador, ignoring a judge's order. This action invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, raising questions about its application and the president's authority. The decision sparked debate about due process and the potential for mistaken identities among those deported.
  • Use of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport alleged gang members
  • Judicial order to halt deportations ignored
  • Debate over presidential authority and due process
  • Concerns about potential mistaken identities

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Donald Trump invokes national security and the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport hundreds of alleged gang members to El Salvador, ignoring a judge's order to halt proceedings. This comes amid growing GOP calls for judicial impeachments, and prompts a rare pushback from Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts. What's at stake in this fight? And is the country headed for a showdown over judicial power?  

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