A federal judge has now reportedly ruled in favor of President Trump in his administration’s use of the Alien Enemies act.
đ¨ #BREAKING: A federal judge has just ruled President Trumpâs use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport Tren de Aragua gang members is LEGAL
â Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) May 13, 2025
RAMP UP THE DEPORTATION FLIGHTS! đĽ
Trumpâs proclamation and documents âsupport the finding that TdA is committing a âpredatory incursionâ⌠pic.twitter.com/jYYjWWD880
U.S. District Judge Stephanie Haines, appointed by Trump, recently upheld his March 14 proclamation that the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua represents an âincursionâ into the United States.
While this characterization differs significantly from the military invasions envisioned by the founders when they enacted the Alien Enemies Act in 1798, Haines argued that historical statutes can still apply to contemporary issues. She likened Tren de Aragua to the âmilitary detachments or piratesâ that posed threats to the U.S. during that era.
This ruling marks a notable legal win for Trump regarding his aggressive deportation agenda.
Contrarily, judges in New York, Colorado, and Texas have dismissed similar claims, determining that Tren de Aragua does not constitute the type of government-backed âincursionâ necessary to invoke the Alien Enemies Act.
Haines’ decision allows for the deportation of one individual, referred to by the initials A.S.R., who is currently detained in her western Pennsylvania jurisdiction.
A.S.R. had filed a lawsuit seeking to prevent his deportation and that of others potentially affected by the Act.
This ruling creates a split among district courts, indicating that higher courts, including the Supreme Court, may eventually need to address the conflicting interpretations.
The case underscores the ongoing tensions surrounding immigration policy and the application of historical laws to modern situations.
As the legal landscape evolves, the implications of this ruling could significantly influence future deportation efforts and the treatment of individuals linked to perceived threats in the U.S.
This story is developing…
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