Trump Admits Uncertainty About Upholding the Constitution
During a recent interview, President Trump responded “I don’t know” when asked if he has an obligation to uphold the Constitution, specifically regarding due process for immigrants. This followed his administration’s deportation of individuals, including those with prior legal protection, actions that have been challenged in court. Trump claimed a mandate to deport immigrants despite judicial rulings against his methods, citing the Supreme Court’s interpretation of the issue as differing from his own. He also disregarded the Fifth Amendment’s guarantee of due process for all persons within the U.S., citing the logistical challenges of individual trials.