President Trump has expressed his hope that the Supreme Court will “put an END to the quagmire that has been caused by the Radical Left,” following a recent ruling that has stirred controversy within his administration.
This response comes after a federal judge in Boston, Brian Murphy, blocked a deportation flight of illegal immigrants destined for South Sudan, emphasizing that the flight violated a prior court order.
Judge Murphy, appointed by President Biden to the District of Massachusetts in 2022, previously ruled in April that individuals facing removal must have the chance to voice concerns about their safety if deported to a third country, which led to the cancellation of a planned flight to Libya earlier this month.
In an emergency hearing regarding the flight to South Sudan, Murphy highlighted that the eight illegal immigrants aboard, who had been convicted of serious crimes, were not adequately allowed to contest their deportation on safety grounds.
The individuals involved had been convicted of violent crimes, including murder and sexual assault of minors, with some having final deportation orders dating back several years to 1999, 2005, and 2009.
After the ruling, it was reported that the flight was redirected and the detainees were instead stationed at a U.S. base in Djibouti.
Judge Murphy mandated that those on the flight be afforded at least 72 hours’ notice for credible fear screenings, alongside a 15-day window to reopen their immigration cases should they present credible fears about their safety.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump criticized the decision, stating that Judge Murphy, who he claimed had little understanding of the situation, had prevented “eight of the most violent criminals on Earth” from proceeding to South Sudan, and insisted that they remain in Djibouti instead.
He further articulated that this ruling was contrary to the premise of his presidential election, which he described as fundamentally focused on protecting the nation.
Trump’s comments reflect a broader concern within his administration regarding the judiciary’s role in immigration enforcement, labeling judges as “out of control” and calling for immediate changes to the system.
Murphy has ordered the Department of Homeland Security to provide weekly reports on the status of the eight convicted illegal aliens, whether they remain in the U.S. or have been moved overseas.
Todd Lyons, the acting director of ICE, mentioned that the home countries of these individuals—Cuba, Laos, Mexico, Myanmar, Vietnam, and South Sudan—often do not accept deported citizens back, contributing to the complexities of their cases.
Murphy noted that it was impossible for the relevant individuals to have a meaningful chance to oppose their deportation to South Sudan, emphasizing the serious implications of the ruling.
The judge, a Columbia Law School graduate, previously served as a public defender and has a background in law that includes significant experience prior to his appointment.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responded to the ruling, asserting that Judge Murphy overstepped his jurisdiction since he is not responsible for foreign policy or national security decisions.
“This is completely absurd,” she stated, defending the administration’s stance that the judge’s role should not infringe upon the executive branch’s powers.
Additionally, on Friday, Murphy ordered an immediate return of a Guatemalan national who was supposedly deported to Mexico, violating a prior court order that ensured the man would not be sent back to his home country due to safety concerns.
This individual, identified only as O.C.G., had previously faced severe threats in Guatemala and Mexico, including being raped and held for ransom while attempting to seek asylum in the U.S.
In a detailed judgment regarding the case, Murphy found that the removal of O.C.G. lacked “any semblance of due process” and expressed concern for his wellbeing.
Murphy remarked, “No one has ever suggested that O.C.G. poses any sort of security threat,” asserting that his case did not represent unique legal complexities, but rather highlighted a troubling aspect of immigration enforcement practices.
Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs, Tricia McLaughlin, argued against Murphy’s South Sudan ruling, labeling him as an “activist” and indicating that the Biden administration would likely appeal the decision.
White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller also criticized the judge during an interview, questioning the legality of the ruling and labeling it as judicial overreach.
“How can a district court judge dictate who can be sent back to their home country?” Miller asked, fervently defending the administration’s actions.
The emerging tensions between the judicial system and the executive branch regarding immigration policies highlight the ongoing debate over the role of the judiciary in national security and immigration enforcement.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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