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Trump Administration Defies Judge's Order on Deportation of Alleged Gang Members

Eyewitness News ABC7NYApril 7, 20251 min7,393 views
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Deportation Order Showdown

  • ⚖️ A federal judge issued a directive to halt the deportation of alleged immigrant gang members to El Salvador.
  • ✈️ Sources indicate the Trump Administration proceeded with flying two planes carrying these immigrants during an emergency hearing on Saturday.
  • ⚠️ The ACLU is suing the Trump Administration, citing potential defiance of the court order.

Legal Basis and Controversy

  • 📜 Questions are being raised about the legality of Trump invoking the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, an act last used during World War II.
  • 🧐 The ACLU argues this act is intended for use against nations that have declared war or invaded the US, which they state has not occurred.
  • 🗣️ Trump stated he was unaware if the administration complied with the order, deferring to the lawyers.

Administration's Stance

  • 🚫 The Trump Administration asserts that it did not violate the judge's order.
  • 👥 The deported individuals are described by Trump as "bad people" and a "bad group of operatives."
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