The Trump administration is celebrating what it calls a “landmark victory” after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of its use of the Alien Enemies Act to expedite deportations. The 5-4 decision allows the government to proceed with removing certain Venezuelan migrants accused of ties to the Tren de Aragua gang, while still requiring basic due process protections.
President Trump praised the decision as a major win for national security and the rule of law. The ruling lifts earlier injunctions and permits the administration to continue its aggressive border agenda, as long as migrants are given notice and the opportunity to challenge their deportation in court.
Critics, including civil rights groups, argue that applying the Alien Enemies Act—a wartime-era law dating back to 1798—is inappropriate in a peacetime context and could lead to unjust removals. They warn that the policy risks targeting broader immigrant populations based on loose or unverified allegations.
Legal analysts say that while the ruling gives the administration legal ground to act more swiftly on deportations, the requirement for court hearings ensures that these cases will face continued legal scrutiny. The decision marks a significant moment in the ongoing clash over immigration enforcement and civil liberties.
