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Supreme Court Halts Deportations, Questions Alien Enemies Act

5/19/2025

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The Supreme Court has put a pause on deporting alleged gang members under the Alien Enemies Act as it examines its constitutionality. Former prosecutor Joyce Vance interprets this move as a sign of the Court's discontent with the government's approach, hinting that it may enable Trump to adhere to the law while potentially laying the groundwork for future legal challenges.

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The Supreme Court has put a pause on deporting alleged gang members under the Alien Enemies Act as it examines its constitutionality. Former prosecutor Joyce Vance interprets this move as a sign of the Court's discontent with the government's approach, hinting that it may enable Trump to adhere to the law while potentially laying the groundwork for future legal challenges.