The Megyn Kelly Show
Trump Admin Defends Gang Deportations, TX Teen Fatally Stabbed, Zuck Moves Near Trump: AM Update 4/4
Apr 4, 2025
Federal prosecutors defend deportations of alleged terrorists amid legal scrutiny. A Texas teen's tragic stabbing during a track meet shocks the community and raises safety concerns. New York City's Mayor Adams, fresh off a legal win, declares his independent run amid political turmoil. The Trump Administration threatens public schools with funding cuts over DEI programs. In other news, Mark Zuckerberg buys a lavish mansion in D.C., hinting at closer ties with the Trump administration before an upcoming antitrust trial.
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- Federal prosecutors assert their authority under the Alien Enemies Act in deporting suspected Tren de Aragua gang members amidst legal scrutiny.
- The tragic stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf highlights alarming issues of youth violence and its profound impact on communities.
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Legal Controversies Surrounding Deportations
Federal prosecutors defend their actions regarding the deportation of suspected members of the Tren de Aragua gang, asserting that they did not breach a judge's order related to the Alien Enemies Act. The Trump administration claims this act grants them authority to act against groups that conduct hostile actions against the U.S., arguing that the gang qualifies under this description. Despite a judge's injunction filed after deportations had already occurred, prosecutors focus on a prior, oral command that they argue lacks binding authority. The case highlights ongoing tensions between the judiciary and executive over immigration enforcement policy, with significant implications for future deportation efforts.
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