THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Trump’s Arrests Hit by Major Legal Setback as Stephen Miller Seethes
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May 2, 2025 
Leah Litman, a legal commentator and author of "Lawless," shares her insights on a crucial federal ruling that deems Trump's actions under the Alien Enemies Act illegal. She discusses how this decision signals the courts may not grant Trump the deference he desires. Additionally, the fiery rant from Stephen Miller highlights the dangers of labeling migrants as terrorists. Litman emphasizes the implications of this ruling for due process, the ongoing legal challenges Trump faces, and the potential for judicial checks on executive power.
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Judge Rules Alien Enemies Act Misused
- A federal judge ruled that Trump's use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act for deportations is illegal.
- The ruling states Trump's application exceeds the statute's scope and contradicts its plain meaning.
Court Limits Executive Power
- The court emphasized limits on the president's unilateral power to declare invaders and use the Alien Enemies Act.
- This preserves judicial authority and prevents executive overreach by fiat.
Emergency Powers Don't Override Law
- Trump asserts emergency powers to justify extraordinary executive actions without court oversight.
- The judge's ruling counters this by affirming that emergencies do not grant unlimited authority.
