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A group of Venezuelans deported from the United States to a maximum-security prison in El Salvador is now poised to challenge their expulsion following a decisive US court ruling. US Judge James Boasberg declared that the administration of President Donald Trump had violated the due process rights of these individuals, mandating their opportunity to contest deportation in US courts. The administration must formulate a plan within two weeks to facilitate their return for a hearing.

 

This court decision stems from controversial deportations conducted in March, during which the Trump administration used the 1798 Alien Enemy Act. This law, almost never invoked, was used to deport those allegedly linked to the Tren de Aragua gang without customary hearings. Many people, including their families and legal representatives, refuted these gang affiliations, sparking a legal backlash and criticism from human rights organisations.

 

Ysqueibel Peñaloza, representing 252 former detainees, has urged both US and Salvadoran authorities to adhere to the court's ruling. "The court ruling now orders that we be granted the opportunity for a fair hearing in accordance with the law in the United States," he stated, highlighting their right to a legal challenge. Peñaloza also called for national and international support for their cause, though specifics of the assistance needed were unspecified.

 

As preparations to address the court’s requirements unfold, the focus now shifts to logistical and diplomatic channels necessary to return the individuals involved. This unfolding scenario is closely watched, with potential broader implications for how such deportations are handled in the future, reported CNN.

 

 

Key Takeaways

• A US court ruled the deportation of Venezuelans to El Salvador violated due process.
• The Trump administration must present a return plan within two weeks.
• Human rights groups have criticised the deportation based on alleged gang connections.

 

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  Adapted by ASEAN Now from CNN 2025-12-27

 

 

 

This happened already some days ago. Since this administration does adhere to the judiciary as required, I presume the diplomatic efforts are well underway.

 

 

Cue the stock Pam Bondi statement every time they lose in court (which is most of the time), "....activist judges...." ".....executive power.....", "...... left-wing radicals.....", ".....supporting terrorists......"

 

Whilst the issue at hand appears to be how and when people can be deported, the absolutely key issue is what happens when the government blatantly and repeatedly defy the courts which is what has happened here. The Trump DOJ is trying to face down the courts in multiple cases. They are refusing to comply with court orders and then deliberately undermining any attempt to follow up by the courts. 

We hate Trump politics as usual.  None of this deportation seemed to be an issue when Obama was doing it.

2 minutes ago, kimothai said:

We hate Trump politics as usual.  None of this deportation seemed to be an issue when Obama was doing it.

How did Obama deport illegal aliens ? Picked them up on the street, and shipped them out without a trail ? 

10 minutes ago, Hummin said:

How did Obama deport illegal aliens ? Picked them up on the street, and shipped them out without a trail ? 

Most were deported without a trial (during Obama).

1 hour ago, kimothai said:

We hate Trump politics as usual.  None of this deportation seemed to be an issue when Obama was doing it.

From the OP:

 

This court decision stems from controversial deportations conducted in March, during which the Trump administration used the 1798 Alien Enemy Act: 

 

Invocation of the Alien Enemies Act Regarding the Invasion of The United States by Tren De Aragua

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March 15, 2025