The Megyn Kelly Show Trump vs. Judge on Alien Enemies Act Escalates, Biden Autopen Questions, Putin Call: AM Update 3/18
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Mar 18, 2025 Legal tensions rise as the Trump administration contests a judge’s ruling on deportations under the Alien Enemies Act. Trump claims Biden’s autopen-signed pardons are invalid, sparking debates on presidential authority. Geopolitical discussions heat up with Trump and Putin potentially negotiating a Ukraine ceasefire. Meanwhile, Chuck Schumer cancels his book tour due to security concerns and backlash within the Democratic Party. The intersection of politics and national security takes center stage.
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Alien Enemies Act and Democracy
- The Trump administration asserts the Alien Enemies Act allows deportation of gang members without judicial review.
- They argue that a district court judge's involvement in foreign policy undermines democracy.
Compliance with Deportation Order
- The White House claims to have complied with the judge's initial order regarding five aliens.
- However, they refused to return a plane of deportees already in international waters.
Critique of Alien Enemies Act
- Rep. Jasmine Crockett argues the Alien Enemies Act is an antiquated law.
- She suggests existing tools are sufficient for deporting violent individuals.