Washington D.C. - The Department of Justice has filed an appeal with the Supreme Court, seeking to overturn a ruling that has paused deportations carried out under the Alien Enemies Act. The Act, a law dating back to 1798, grants the President authority to apprehend and deport citizens of hostile nations during times of war or declared national emergency.
The legal challenge stems from a recent federal court decision that temporarily blocked the government from deporting individuals under the Act. The judge cited concerns about due process and the potential for abuse of power. The Department of Justice, however, contends that the pause is detrimental to national security and impedes the government's ability to protect the country from potential threats.
In its filing with the Supreme Court, the DOJ argues that the lower court's ruling is overly broad and misinterprets the scope of the Alien Enemies Act. They assert that the Act is a vital tool for safeguarding national interests and that the government has a legitimate right to enforce it. The Supreme Court's decision on whether to grant the DOJ's request will have significant implications for immigration policy and the government's authority to deport individuals deemed to be a threat.
DOJ Seeks Supreme Court Intervention to Resume Alien Enemies Act Deportations
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is requesting the Supreme Court to lift a lower court's order that temporarily halted deportations under the Alien Enemies Act. A federal judge had previously issued an order pausing these deportations. The DOJ argues that the pause is hindering national security efforts. The Supreme Court will now consider whether to reinstate the government's ability to deport individuals under this law.
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