Stay Tuned with Preet SCOTUS to Trump: "Not So Fast"
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May 20, 2025 A recent Supreme Court ruling has halted the Trump administration's swift deportation efforts under the Alien Enemies Act, raising important due process questions. The discussion delves into a nationwide injunction related to ending birthright citizenship and an investigation into former FBI Director James Comey for a social media post. Additionally, the podcast critiques the expansion of executive power during the Trump era and emphasizes the vital role of due process in immigration, highlighting its necessity for safeguarding individual rights.
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Supreme Court Checks Trump Deportations
- The Supreme Court rebuked the Trump administration for insufficient due process in deportations under the Alien Enemies Act.
- Despite being conservative-leaning, the Court emphasized fairness and adequate notice beyond 24 hours before deportation.
Judicial Independence Asserted
- The Supreme Court's ruling clarifies the limits of executive power even under a conservative-majority bench.
- This decision is crucial to maintain judicial independence and check presidential overreach.
Due Process Essential in Deportations
- The Court reaffirmed that aliens facing deportation deserve due process equivalent to that given for liberty or property deprivation.
- This process ensures the government correctly identifies individuals before removing them from the U.S.