Judge Opens Door for Trump to Leverage Alien Enemies Act for Pennsylvania Deportations
PITTSBURGH — A federal judge has determined that former President Donald Trump is permitted to invoke the Alien Enemies Act in relation to deportation proceedings in Pennsylvania, emphasizing the necessity of providing adequate notice before executing such actions. This ruling comes amid ongoing debates about immigration policies and the authority granted to the executive branch. The decision reflects a broader national conversation about immigration enforcement and the legal frameworks that govern it. The Alien Enemies Act, originally enacted during the War of 1812, allows the government to deport non-citizens considered a threat to national security. … Read more