Federal Appeals Court Extends Block on Trump's Deportation Powers Under Alien Enemies Act

A divided federal appeals court has maintained a temporary block on President Donald Trump's ability to use the Alien Enemies Act to quickly deport alleged members of a Venezuelan gang, upholding a lower court ruling that suspended the act's application in this case. The DC Circuit Court upheld the previous decision, blocking Trump's attempt to utilize the 19th-century law for expedited deportation of those suspected of belonging to a specific organization. The temporary block applies specifically to this particular case and does not affect the broader use of the Alien Enemies Act. The ruling preserves the immigration status of individuals targeted by the deportation order.