When pressed on his administration’s refusal to comply with a Supreme Court ruling guaranteeing due process, President Trump responded that he didn’t know if it was his duty to uphold the Constitution. This response, coupled with his administration’s continued defiance of the court and the silence of Republican lawmakers, highlights a concerning disregard for constitutional principles. The administration’s justifications are unconvincing and demonstrably false, as evidenced by the Supreme Court’s clear ruling and the Constitution’s explicit guarantee of due process for all persons within its jurisdiction. Republican inaction further underscores the prioritization of political loyalty over adherence to fundamental legal and constitutional norms.
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Lawmaker Mike Lawler’s town hall meeting was disrupted by constituents protesting his stance on presidential authority regarding tariffs, leading to several attendees’ removal by security personnel. This incident, captured on video and photos, follows a previous contentious town hall where Lawler faced accusations of dishonesty. Lawler, a Republican representing a swing district, is notable for continuing to hold these public forums despite the increasingly hostile responses. The use of state troopers, rather than private security, in removing protestors has prompted calls for an investigation.
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The Texas Supreme Court ruled that lifetime protective orders separating parents from their children require a higher burden of proof, specifically “clear and convincing evidence,” mirroring the standard for terminating parental rights. This decision reverses a lower court’s lifetime order against Christine Stary, preventing her from seeing her children since 2020. The court found that such lengthy orders, significantly impacting a parent’s fundamental rights, necessitate this heightened evidentiary standard to ensure due process. The case will now be reheard under the corrected legal standard.
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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.
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In a recent interview, President Trump expressed uncertainty regarding the extent to which due process rights apply to both citizens and non-citizens, stating he was unsure and not a lawyer. He downplayed the likelihood of military intervention to annex Canada, despite previous pronouncements, but remained less certain about Greenland. While pushing back against recession predictions and attributing economic downturn to his predecessor, he also played down the possibility of a third presidential term despite previous suggestions to the contrary. He highlighted his administration’s accomplishments and the continued strength of his political movement.
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President Trump’s prioritization of mass deportations has led to clashes with the judiciary over due process rights for immigrants. He expressed uncertainty about the Fifth Amendment’s applicability, suggesting the required legal processes would be excessively time-consuming. The administration’s actions, including the controversial use of the Alien Enemies Act and the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, have faced Supreme Court rebuke, highlighting a pattern of circumventing established legal procedures. Despite claiming adherence to legal counsel, Trump’s approach has consistently challenged judicial rulings and constitutional protections for immigrants.
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Following a federal judge’s ruling against his use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan gang members without due process, President Trump expressed outrage. The judge, a Trump appointee, determined the act’s application was inappropriate as it requires an actual invasion, not simply a gang presence. Trump vehemently disagreed, claiming the ruling would lead to increased crime and the nation’s demise, further escalating his attacks on judges who oppose his policies. This latest outburst follows previous criticisms of judges who have blocked his deportation efforts.
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez defiantly responded to White House border czar Tom Homan’s criticism of her “Know Your Rights” webinars, which inform constituents of their legal rights regarding immigration enforcement. Homan has threatened to refer Ocasio-Cortez to the Justice Department for potentially impeding deportation efforts, a claim she vehemently rejects. This follows similar accusations against Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers for issuing similar guidance to state employees. Ocasio-Cortez maintains her actions are constitutionally protected and urges constituents to utilize their rights. First Amendment advocacy groups concur that her actions are lawful.
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Despite Democratic efforts to prevent deportations without due process, amendments to a budget bill aimed at barring ICE from such actions, including the deportation of U.S. citizens, failed to pass the House Judiciary Committee. These amendments followed President Trump’s suggestion of sending U.S. citizens to a Salvadoran prison and actual deportations of Venezuelan citizens to that facility without legal proceedings. Democrats criticized Republicans for implicitly supporting the circumvention of Fifth Amendment rights. The rejection of these amendments leaves ICE with the ability to proceed with deportations under the current legal framework.
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The House rejected a Democratic amendment preventing ICE from detaining or deporting U.S. citizens, despite concerns raised by Democrats about the Trump administration’s immigration policies. This follows President Trump’s suggestion of sending U.S. citizens convicted of violent crimes to El Salvador and accusations of deportations without due process. Recent polls show a near-even split in public opinion on the president’s immigration approach, while a Supreme Court ruling emphasized the right to due process before deportation. The budget bill, including the contested funding, is anticipated to pass Congress.
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John Q. Hosedrinker