Post Reports Trump's biggest clash with the courts yet
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Mar 20, 2025 
Justin Jouvenal, a Supreme Court reporter for The Washington Post, and White House reporter Natalie Allison dive deep into Trump's latest courtroom clashes. They discuss Trump's controversial use of the Alien Enemies Act and his public insults towards a judge, sparking significant pushback from Chief Justice Roberts. The duo also analyzes the implications of a partial ceasefire deal in Ukraine, exploring how Trump's relations with both Putin and Zelensky affect U.S. foreign policy amid ongoing legal battles.
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Presidential Power vs. Court Orders
- A president must generally follow court orders, a principle rooted in the balance of power between government branches.
- However, the judiciary relies on the executive branch for enforcement, creating potential conflict.
Clash Over Deportations
- The Trump administration invoked the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan nationals, leading to a legal challenge.
- Judge Boasberg ordered a halt to deportations, even demanding planes in the air be turned around, yet some flights continued.
Mixed Signals from the White House
- The White House gave conflicting explanations for the deportations, changing justifications over time.
- Their responses ranged from claiming compliance to arguing the order was unlawful, creating confusion.