President Trump Casts Doubt on Due Process Rights
In a recent interview on NBC's "Meet the Press," former President Donald Trump expressed uncertainty about whether all individuals in the U.S., including undocumented immigrants and non-citizens, are entitled to due process rights guaranteed by the Constitution. He emphasized logistical challenges, suggesting that providing due process to all would necessitate millions of trials, though he stated his legal team would adhere to Supreme Court rulings. This stance aligns with the Trump administration's efforts to expedite deportations, including invoking the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members without due process. However, a federal judge blocked this attempt, ruling that the law could not be applied in the current context. Critics argue that these actions undermine the fundamental right to due process, raising concerns about the erosion of civil liberties and the rule of law in the United States. […]