The Supreme Court has issued a late-night order to temporarily stop deportations under the Alien Enemies Act. This decision came early Saturday morning and will remain in place until a lawsuit regarding the law is resolved by the Fifth Circuit Court. The order specifically directs the government not to remove any detainees from the United States who are part of the affected group.
This ruling was passed with a 7–2 vote, with Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas dissenting. The court’s decision shows a shift in its approach to the Alien Enemies Act, which has been a controversial law. Earlier this month, the court had declined to intervene in the deportation of Venezuelans under the same act.
The order is significant as it highlights ongoing legal debates about the government’s powers regarding immigration and national security. As the situation develops, many will be watching how the Fifth Circuit handles the upcoming lawsuit and what implications it may have for similar cases in the future.