Trump Administration Faces Scrutiny Over Deportations Defying Court Order

Over 250 alleged Venezuelan gang members were deported under the Alien Enemies Act, raising legal and human rights concerns.

A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order blocking President Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan gang members, citing potential constitutional violations.
Despite the court order, flights carrying over 250 alleged members of the Tren de Aragua gang were sent to El Salvador, where they were detained in a controversial mega-prison.
The Salvadoran president confirmed the arrivals and posted a dismissive message about the court ruling, while U.S. officials praised the deportation as a measure to enhance public safety.
Critics, including the ACLU, argue that some deported individuals may not have gang affiliations and were denied due process to contest their removal.
The Alien Enemies Act, a rarely used wartime law, has sparked legal and ethical debates, with a hearing scheduled to further examine its application in this case.