The Brian Lehrer Show Supreme Court on Alien Enemies Act and More
May 19, 2025
Emily Bazelon, a staff writer for The New York Times Magazine and co-host of Slate's "Political Gabfest," provides insightful legal analysis on the Supreme Court's recent ruling regarding the Alien Enemies Act. She discusses the balance between executive power and due process in immigration cases, particularly for Venezuelan detainees. Bazelon also highlights the challenges of maintaining trust in the legal system following political shifts and the implications of judicial accountability in immigration enforcement, showcasing the ongoing tensions in American law.
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Due Process upholds deportation rights
- The Supreme Court halted deportations under the Alien Enemies Act until due process is guaranteed.
- It requires notice and hearing before deporting alleged Venezuelan gang members, safeguarding basic rights.
SCOTUS emphasizes constitutional protections
- Deporting people without proper notice and chance to contest is unconstitutional.
- Indefinite detention in a foreign prison without due process is a serious violation.
Minimal rights require notice and hearing
- Immigrants facing deportation have minimal rights but must at least receive basic notice and hearing.
- Deportations without due process are fundamentally unjust and against American legal principles.
