Why, America? with Leeja Miller
The Constitutional Crisis Has Begun
Mar 17, 2025
Explore the unsettling tactics used by the government to bypass judicial orders, including the wrongful deportation of a doctor and mass removals of Venezuelans. Delve into the alarming consequences of labeling immigrants as threats and the implications of the Alien Enemies Act. The podcast critically examines how these actions threaten due process and represent a constitutional crisis. It also sheds light on fringe legal theories that empower such practices, urging listeners to reflect on their impacts and engage for change.
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- The Trump administration's expedited deportations, often ignoring judicial orders, highlight the erosion of due process rights for immigrants.
- The misuse of the Alien Enemies Act by the administration raises serious legal and ethical concerns regarding the treatment of non-citizens.
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Accelerating Deportations and Due Process Violations
The Trump administration has significantly expedited the deportation of immigrants while undermining their due process rights. Recently, numerous cases have emerged where individuals were deported despite existing court orders prohibiting their removal. For instance, Dr. Rasha Alouia, a kidney transplant specialist, was detained upon her return to the U.S. and was deported despite a judge's order for prior notification. This pattern reflects a broader trend of the administration disregarding legal protocols and escalating tensions surrounding immigration policies.
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