Legal experts contend that the Trump administration exceeded its statutory powers by invoking rarely applied laws to justify its wide-ranging immigration crackdown.
The administration’s actions—such as using the 18th-century Alien Enemies Act to deport 238 alleged Venezuelan gang members to El Salvador and attempting to detain a lawful permanent resident under an untested provision of the 1952 Immigration and Nationality Act—may have surpassed its constitutional authority.
Immigration lawyer David Leopold described these moves as “unilateral, factual determinations made by the executive,” suggesting that the administration’s interpretation of these old statutes is vulnerable to judicial reversal. In one instance, U.S. District Judge James Boasberg temporarily blocked deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, arguing that the law was intended to address hostile actions by foreign nations rather than individual cases of alleged gang activity.
The administration’s use of the law that enabled the detention of Columbia student Mahmoud Khalil, a green card holder of Palestinian descent, has also raised concerns. Khalil’s lawyers argue that his arrest was retaliatory for his participation in pro-Palestinian protests and infringes on his First Amendment rights. A similar provision was used only once before—in a 1995 case involving Mario Ruiz Massieu—which was later challenged for its constitutionality.
While the Trump administration has appealed judicial blocks on these deportations, the ultimate question of whether its invocation of these laws is constitutional may end up before the Supreme Court, where a conservative majority currently holds sway. Some experts, however, remain skeptical of the notion that the executive branch possesses unfettered authority in foreign affairs, arguing that such matters remain subject to judicial review.
The controversy underscores the broader legal and political battles over executive power in immigration enforcement and highlights the potential for significant shifts in policy if these challenges reach the highest court.
The suspension of nearly all USAID funding by the Trump administration is shuttering vital humanitarian and anti-gang programs in Colombia’s poorest regions, jeopardizing the implementation of the country’s 2016 peace deal with leftist FARC rebels.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the Ukraine war in a phone call Tuesday, with Washington hoping to secure a 30-day ceasefire and progress toward a lasting peace. While Kyiv has agreed, Trump aims to persuade Putin to fully commit to the truce.
Türkiye's President Erdogan is seeking a meeting with former U.S. President Trump to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss key issues, Bloomberg News reports.
A deal that could reshape Ukraine’s borders—Donald Trump is pushing for a peace agreement with Vladimir Putin, suggesting land concessions and nuclear plant control may be on the table.
The Republican-led House Judiciary Committee, led by Representative Jim Jordan, has issued subpoenas to 16 tech companies involved in artificial intelligence to probe allegations that the Biden administration pressured private firms to moderate content, curb "harmful bias,"
The suspension of nearly all USAID funding by the Trump administration is shuttering vital humanitarian and anti-gang programs in Colombia’s poorest regions, jeopardizing the implementation of the country’s 2016 peace deal with leftist FARC rebels.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the Ukraine war in a phone call Tuesday, with Washington hoping to secure a 30-day ceasefire and progress toward a lasting peace. While Kyiv has agreed, Trump aims to persuade Putin to fully commit to the truce.
A tragic plane crash off the coast of Honduras has left at least 12 dead, including renowned musician Aurelio Martinez Suazo. The Jetstream aircraft plunged into the sea minutes after takeoff from Roatán Island, with five survivors rescued. Search efforts continue amid challenging conditions.
Europol has warned that organised crime gangs are increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence to scale up scams and payment systems, making their operations more global, cost-efficient, and difficult to detect.
Colombia’s Finance Minister Diego Guevara is reportedly resigning after budget disputes with President Gustavo Petro, local media say. The finance ministry denies having official information, but sources claim he stepped down Monday night, with German Avila Plaza expected to replace him.
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World leaders welcomed the 30-day ceasefire proposal that Ukraine has agreed to, calling it a step toward ending the conflict with Russia.
Regarding the Armenia-Azerbaijan process, we cannot forget the years of occupation, and we will not forget them, President Ilham Aliyev said in his speech at the opening ceremony of the 12th Global Baku Forum.
President Donald Trump has vowed to respond to the European Union's counter-tariffs, escalating tensions over the U.S. steel and aluminum duties that have sparked a trade dispute between the two economic powers.
Speaking at a meeting of AIPAC’s board of directors, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar stated that the decision to resume strikes in Gaza was made several days ago and that the military operation will persist beyond today.
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday cautioned his economic team against overcooling the national economy through overly tight monetary policies ahead of the central bank's impending rate decision.
Brazil’s government on Tuesday unveiled a long-promised income tax reform aimed at exempting individuals earning up to 5,000 reais (approximately $881) per month from paying income tax.
Tear gas filled the air as French police raided a Paris theatre at dawn, evicting over 400 migrants who had been squatting there for months. Protesters shouted "shame" as riot police moved in, sparking clashes. The migrants, mostly West Africans, say they have nowhere else to go.
NHL stars, including Sidney Crosby and Erik Karlsson, will take the ice in Sweden as the Penguins and Predators face off in the Global Series at Avicii Arena on Nov. 14 and 16. Fans eager to see hockey’s biggest names, like Crosby and Connor McDavid, prompted the league’s international push
The suspension of nearly all USAID funding by the Trump administration is shuttering vital humanitarian and anti-gang programs in Colombia’s poorest regions, jeopardizing the implementation of the country’s 2016 peace deal with leftist FARC rebels.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the Ukraine war in a phone call Tuesday, with Washington hoping to secure a 30-day ceasefire and progress toward a lasting peace. While Kyiv has agreed, Trump aims to persuade Putin to fully commit to the truce.
A tragic plane crash off the coast of Honduras has left at least 12 dead, including renowned musician Aurelio Martinez Suazo. The Jetstream aircraft plunged into the sea minutes after takeoff from Roatán Island, with five survivors rescued. Search efforts continue amid challenging conditions.
Europol has warned that organised crime gangs are increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence to scale up scams and payment systems, making their operations more global, cost-efficient, and difficult to detect.
Colombia’s Finance Minister Diego Guevara is reportedly resigning after budget disputes with President Gustavo Petro, local media say. The finance ministry denies having official information, but sources claim he stepped down Monday night, with German Avila Plaza expected to replace him.
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