A federal judge has found probable cause to hold the Trump administration in criminal contempt of court for violating orders to turn around planes carrying deportees to El Salvador. U.S. District Judge James E. Boasberg warned that unless the administration rectifies its actions, he may launch hearings and potentially refer the matter for prosecution. This escalation in the battle between the judicial and executive branches of government over presidential powers has led to tensions, with President Trump calling for Boasberg’s impeachment and the Justice Department accusing the judge of overstepping his authority.
The conflict began when Trump invoked the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to prevent the deportation of migrants to El Salvador. Despite Boasberg’s orders, planes carrying deportees were already en route to the country. El Salvador’s president, Nayib Bukele, defied Boasberg’s directive by allowing the deportees into the country, claiming it was too late to turn the planes around.
The Trump administration has argued that it did not violate any orders since the turnaround directive was not included in the written order, and the planes had already left the U.S. at the time. This legal battle highlights the ongoing struggle between the branches of government and the extent of a president’s authority to carry out policies. As the situation continues to develop, the implications for future border and immigration enforcement actions remain uncertain.
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