Due Process & the Alien Enemies Act: A Cautious Cop-Out

Yesterday, in a somewhat insignificant 7-2 decision, the United States Supreme rejected the Trump administration’s request to immediately resume deportations of Venezuelan nationals under the Alien Enemies Act (AEA). Instead of ruling, once and for all, that the Fifth Amendment prevents Trump’s 24-hour notice nonsense, SCOTUS remanded the matter to a federal appeals court for further review.

Constitutional Crisis: Trump’s Path to Power

The podcast discusses the constitutional crisis triggered by Donald Trump invoking the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport undocumented immigrants, despite a judge’s restraining order. Mark M. Bello, an attorney and author, highlights the implications of Trump’s defiance of court orders, the loss of checks and balances, and the Supreme Court’s role in granting presidential immunity for actions taken while in office. The conversation touches on Elon Musk’s involvement in dismantling governmental agencies, the need for congressional action, public protests, and potential pathways to hold Trump accountable. The podcast also promotes Bello’s legal thriller series, reflecting the current political climate.