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Supreme Court Halts Alien Detainee Removals Amid Legal Review

5/14/2025

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On April 18, the Supreme Court paused the removal of certain detainees under the Alien Enemies Act while awaiting a Fifth Circuit ruling. The Solicitor General contends that emergency relief isn't needed since many detainees can be deported under different laws, urging the Court to lift its injunction for these removals.

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Story summary

On April 18, the Supreme Court paused the removal of certain detainees under the Alien Enemies Act while awaiting a Fifth Circuit ruling. The Solicitor General contends that emergency relief isn't needed since many detainees can be deported under different laws, urging the Court to lift its injunction for these removals.