Bulwark Takes Trump Deportations Smacked Down By SCOTUS!
May 16, 2025
In this engaging discussion, guest Andrew Egger, author of the Morning Shots newsletter at The Bulwark, delves into the Supreme Court's recent ruling against the Trump administration’s deportation practices. He explains how this decision empowers immigrants in challenging their deportations, marking a significant check on executive power. The podcast also touches on a fundraiser supporting legal battles against immigration challenges, raising concerns about judicial authority and the lasting impact of Trump-appointed justices.
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Supreme Court Checks Trump Deportations
- The Supreme Court blocked Trump administration's deportation method as unlawful but did not ban deportations generally.
- It affirmed migrants' rights to sue as a class, marking a procedural win with significant implications.
Court Resists Executive Overreach
- The ruling is a clear rebuke of Trump’s threats to defy judicial authority.
- The court signals resistance to executive overreach despite Trump appointees on the bench.
Class Action Expedites Migrant Protections
- Allowing migrants to be treated as a class expedites legal challenges against deportations.
- This is crucial because many migrants face dangerous conditions without legal status making individual litigation risky.