Sidebar Trump, Putin and Alien Enemies
Mar 18, 2025
Maria Sacchetti, an immigration reporter for the Washington Post, sheds light on the controversial use of the 18th-century Alien Enemies Act to deport suspected Venezuelan gang members without due process. The discussion raises urgent questions about the balance of power between the presidency and the judiciary, following a rare public rebuke from Chief Justice John G. Roberts. Additionally, the podcast delves into President Trump’s negotiations with Vladimir Putin over a cease-fire in Ukraine, highlighting the intricate ties between domestic policies and international diplomacy.
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Secret Deportation
- The Trump administration secretly signed a proclamation invoking the Alien Enemies Act.
- They deported alleged Venezuelan gang members before a court could stop them.
Unverified Allegations
- The identity of the alleged Venezuelan gang members remains unverified, raising due process concerns.
- Reporters have requested a list of names to check criminal records, but it has not been provided.
Dallas Deportations
- Four Venezuelan men in Dallas, with tattoos but no confirmed gang affiliation, were deported to a maximum-security prison in El Salvador.
- Their families were initially told they would be returned to Venezuela.