New York Times - U.S.
Judge Maintains Block on Deportations of Venezuelans Under Wartime Law
A federal judge has maintained his block on the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans accused of being members of a violent street gang. The act, passed in 1798, allows for the summary removal of citizens from hostile nations during times of war. Judge James E. Boasberg ruled that the immigrants should have the opportunity to challenge accusations before deportation. This decision comes as part of an ongoing court battle over the administration's handling of..
