A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to deport Venezuelan nationals under the Alien Enemies Act, applying the ruling to all non-citizens in custody affected by this proclamation. Venezuelans, aged 14 or older, must remain in the U.S. for at least 14 days pending a court hearing, which will further address the ACLU’s challenge on behalf of several individuals with strong asylum claims.

A federal judge has expanded a temporary ruling that prevents President Donald Trump from deporting Venezuelan nationals under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. Chief Judge James E. Boasberg of the D.C. District Court stated that this ruling applies to all non-citizens in U.S. custody that fall under Trump’s proclamation. He stated, “Any plane containing these folks that is going to take off, or is in the air, needs to be returned to the United States.”

The ruling mandates that all Venezuelan citizens, aged 14 or older, who are members of the Tren de Aragua gang and currently in the U.S. without lawful residency, must remain in the country for 14 days or until further court orders are issued. However, this decision does not pertain to individuals already ordered to leave for other reasons or those who have reached another country.

The judge issued the restraining order following a motion filed by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) challenging the administration’s plan to expedite deportations. The ACLU represents five individuals who have compelling asylum claims, one of whom fled Venezuela due to police violence related to his stepfather’s political involvement. In light of this, the judge has ruled that these plaintiffs cannot be deported for two weeks while the case is examined.

A remote hearing is scheduled for later that Saturday where the ACLU plans to seek to extend protection to others who could be impacted by the law. The Trump administration had intended to utilize the Alien Enemies Act to target Venezuelans alleged to have connections to the Tren de Aragua gang, which is recognized as a foreign terrorist organization in the U.S.

In conclusion, the expansion of the federal judge’s ruling effectively protects Venezuelan nationals from deportation under the Alien Enemies Act for a period of 14 days. This decision arises from legal challenges submitted by the ACLU, highlighting significant asylum claims. As hearings are scheduled to consider broader implications, the ruling reinforces the legal protocols for non-citizens in U.S. custody amidst national security discussions.

Original Source: www.yenisafak.com

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