Trump Administration's Use of Alien Enemies Act to Deport Venezuelan Immigrants

The Trump administration invoked an obscure 18th-century law to deport Venezuelan immigrants, claiming they were members of a dangerous gang. Legal experts criticize the lack of due process and disregard for court orders. The administration's actions have led to a lawsuit and court battles over the use of the Alien Enemies Act.

Deportation of Venezuelan Immigrants to El Salvador

Relatives of recently deported Venezuelan immigrants express shock and anguish after discovering their loved ones were sent to a notorious mega-prison in El Salvador. The families deny gang affiliations and claim their family members have been falsely accused and targeted because of tattoos. The Trump administration defends the deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, stating they had final deportation orders and were connected to gangs. Human rights organizations have documented issues at the prison where the men were sent. Families protest and express disbelief at the situation, claiming their relatives have no criminal records and are not gang members.

Federal Court Blocks Transfer of Venezuelan Immigrants to Guantanamo Bay

A federal court blocked the Trump administration from sending three Venezuelan immigrants held in New Mexico to Guantanamo Bay Naval Base as part of the president's immigration crackdown.