Washington, D.C. Allies of former President Donald Trump are asserting that a court order halting deportation flights unconstitutionally impedes on the executive branch. In a new amicus brief obtained exclusively by Fox News, America First Legal and Republican Representative Brandon Gill are voicing their support for Trumps authority to invoke a 1798 wartime law as part of his immigration agenda.
The brief argues that the court's decision to halt the flights infringes upon the President's constitutional power to control immigration and protect national security. The legal filing specifically references the Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798, claiming they provide a legal basis for the administration's immigration policies. The Act, passed during a period of heightened tensions with France, granted the president broad powers to deport or imprison non-citizens deemed dangerous.
Critics of this legal interpretation argue that invoking a wartime law in the context of current immigration challenges is an overreach of executive power. They contend that the 1798 law was intended for a specific historical context and should not be applied to modern immigration policy. The legal battle is expected to continue, potentially reaching the Supreme Court. The outcome will likely have significant implications for the future of immigration enforcement and the balance of power between the executive and judicial branches.
Trump Allies Argue Deportation Flight Halt Unconstitutional
Supporters of former President Donald Trump are challenging a court order that paused deportation flights. America First Legal and Representative Brandon Gill filed a brief arguing the order improperly limits the executive branch's power. They claim Trump has the authority to use a 1798 wartime law to enforce his immigration policies. The filing comes amid ongoing debate over immigration enforcement and presidential power.