D.C. Chief Judge James Boasberg issued a 46-page opinion criticizing the Trump administration for using the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport over 100 Venezuelans to El Salvador, accusing them of ignoring court orders and depriving individuals of due process. Boasberg highlighted the administration's use of rarely invoked wartime powers to justify these deportations and expressed concern over efforts to minimize judicial intervention. He warned of potential legal consequences, including hearings and criminal charges, if the administration does not change its course, emphasizing the gravity of the situation and raising questions about the balance of power between the executive branch and the judiciary.
