Border Czar Tom Homan criticized a federal judge’s decision to block the Trump administration’s deportation of alleged Venezuelan gang members. Homan defended President Trump’s use of the Alien Enemies Act, calling it a “game changer” for national security. The administration had already deported over 200 individuals before the judge’s order took effect.
On Saturday, U.S. District Judge James Boasberg issued an injunction preventing the deportation of members of the Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang. The administration had cited public safety concerns and invoked executive authority to expedite their removal. Despite the ruling, deportation flights had already departed for El Salvador, where the gang members were taken into custody.
Homan questioned the judge’s rationale, stating, “I don’t know why any judge would want terrorists returned to the United States.” He emphasized that every criminal removed from the country enhances public safety. Trump’s executive actions have focused on border security, targeting groups like TdA and MS-13 to curb crime and illegal immigration.
Critics argue that the administration’s actions defy judicial authority, with organizations like the ACLU seeking legal intervention. The White House, however, maintains that the president has broad powers over immigration and national security. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt defended the administration, stating that the individuals were already outside U.S. borders before the injunction took effect.
The situation highlights ongoing tensions between the executive branch and federal courts over immigration enforcement. The Trump administration continues to prioritize deportations of criminal non-citizens, despite legal challenges from activist groups and judicial interventions.
The legal battle over these deportations is expected to intensify in the coming weeks as the administration prepares to challenge the judge’s ruling. With border security remaining a top priority, Trump officials argue that their actions align with the will of the American people who voted for stricter immigration policies. The White House has indicated it will continue using every legal tool available to remove violent criminals and uphold national security.
