A federal judge, appointed by Trump, has permanently blocked the Trump administration from using the Alien Enemies Act (AEA) to detain or deport Venezuelans in Texas, ruling that such actions exceed the law’s scope. This decision is significant as it marks the first judicial determination that Trump’s AEA invocation is unlawful, particularly in light of claims regarding the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua. The ruling allows the government to pursue deportations under other laws but restricts the AEA’s application, emphasizing that the president cannot unilaterally declare an invasion and act without proper legal basis.
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US Navy to rename USNS Harvey Milk, named after gay rights leader
The US Navy plans to rename the USNS Harvey Milk, the first openly gay man elected to public office in California, amid a broader effort by the Trump administration to promote a "warrior culture" and limit diversity initiatives. This decision, coinciding with Pride Month, also includes potential renaming of other vessels honoring civil rights figures, such as the USNS Ruth Bader Ginsburg and USNS Harriet Tubman. Critics, including prominent Democrats like Nancy Pelosi and Chuck...
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