Trump administration asks Supreme Court to review El Salvador deportation flight case
The Trump administration is facing legal challenges in its attempt to use an 18th-century wartime immigration law to immediately deport Venezuelan nationals, including alleged members of the gang Tren de Aragua, from the United States. The administration recently asked the Supreme Court to review a restraining order that temporarily blocks their use of the Alien Enemies Act for deportation purposes.
This move comes after the DC Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court’s decision to temporarily block the administration from using the law for a 14-day period. The court’s ruling was based on concerns of due process violations and the potential for immediate and irreparable harm to the plaintiffs. The Trump administration had vowed to appeal to the Supreme Court if further restrictions were placed on their use of the law.
In their appeal to the Supreme Court, Acting Solicitor General Sarah Harrmis argued that the lower court’s orders threaten the government’s negotiations with foreign powers and risk serious harm if not immediately reviewed. The administration is requesting an administrative stay to continue using the Alien Enemies Act while the case is considered by the high court.
The appeals court judges who upheld the temporary block focused on protecting the plaintiffs’ rights and ensuring they have access to legal representation. They emphasized the need to prevent the immediate removal of individuals beyond the reach of the court or their lawyers.
The Trump administration has been vocal in its criticism of the court rulings, with White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt calling them an unauthorized infringement on the president’s authority. The administration is determined to seek Supreme Court review to defend the president’s authority and make America safe again.
As this story continues to develop, stay tuned for updates on this legal battle. Fox News Digital’s Haley Chi-Sing contributed to this report. Breanne Deppisch is a politics reporter for Fox News Digital covering the Trump administration, with a focus on the Justice Department, FBI, and other national news.
