Start Here Contemptible: A Judge Pulls His Trump Card
Apr 17, 2025
In this engaging discussion, James Longman, ABC's chief international correspondent, delves into a federal judge's landmark ruling against the Trump administration regarding deportation flights, raising questions about judicial power. The conversation also unpacks a scandal involving the Pentagon's high-ranking officials amid a leak investigation, shedding light on accountability and national security risks. Plus, Longman explores contentious rulings on transgender rights in the UK, highlighting the ongoing debates that shape gender identity discussions globally.
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Defying Court Orders
- The Trump administration deported alleged gang members to El Salvador, defying court orders.
- A judge ordered two planes turned around mid-flight, but they continued on.
Contempt of Court
- Judge Boesberg found probable cause for contempt against the Trump administration. They disregarded a court order, a fundamental legal principle.
Respecting Court Orders
- Court orders must be obeyed, even if deemed erroneous, until overruled by a higher court.
- Challenge orders through the legal process, but don't defy them.