Federal Judge Halts Trump's Deportation Order Targeting Tren de Aragua Members for Two Weeks

A U.S. District Court judge in D.C. temporarily blocked President Trump's order to expedite deportations of Venezuelan citizens affiliated with the Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang. Judge James Boasberg issued a 14-day pause on Saturday, citing potential irreparable harm to those deported. Trump invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, declaring TdA members as "Alien Enemies" and claiming they are "perpetrating, attempting, and threatening an invasion or predatory incursion against the territory of the United States." The Justice Department expressed its determination to continue supporting the White House's deportation efforts, asserting the order is crucial for public and law enforcement safety.