Staff Reports
President Trump took bold action to protect Americans by deporting over 200 members of the violent Tren de Aragua gang to El Salvador. The move used the Alien Enemies Act, a law dating back to 1798 that allows removing foreign threats during times of invasion. Trump’s team argues these gang members, linked to Venezuela’s socialist regime, represent a clear danger to U.S. communities.
The deportation flights left Texas just hours before a judge tried to block them. White House officials stated the planes were already in international airspace when the court order came. They emphasized that no single judge can override the president’s authority to defend the nation from foreign criminals. El Salvador agreed to jail the deported gang members in its maximum-security prison system.
Border Czar Tom Homan slammed critics who questioned the rapid removals. “We removed terrorists from this country—that should be a celebration,” he said. Homan dismissed concerns about using the centuries-old law, noting, “The Constitution is even older, and we still follow that!” He vowed the administration would keep expelling dangerous individuals regardless of political opposition.
Liberal groups filed lawsuits to stop the deportations, claiming the Alien Enemies Act can’t be used without a formal war declaration. But Trump’s team appealed immediately, arguing courts shouldn’t interfere with national security decisions. The case is likely headed to the Supreme Court, where Trump has previously won rulings supporting presidential authority during emergencies.
El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele released video showing the gang members arriving at his country’s notorious prisons. Trump praised Bukele for cooperating, saying, “These monsters were let in by Biden’s weak leadership.” The U.S. paid El Salvador $6 million to house the detainees—a deal conservatives call a bargain compared to the cost of allowing gangs to roam American streets.
Critics claim the Alien Enemies Act is outdated and risks abuse. But supporters point out that gangs like Tren de Aragua have flooded cities with drugs and violence. Over 1,000 Americans have reportedly been killed by these groups since 2021. Trump officials say every deported gang member represents lives saved and families protected.
The rapid removals highlight Trump’s commitment to securing the border, a key promise from his 2024 campaign. While Democrats argue about “rights” for illegal immigrants, Republicans celebrate seeing handcuffed gang members boarding planes. As Homan put it: “We don’t care what activists or judges think—we’re making America safe again.”
This decisive action contrasts sharply with Biden’s open-border policies that allowed criminals to enter freely. Trump’s use of historical laws shows creative leadership in confronting modern threats. With cartels gaining power and overdose deaths rising, conservatives argue only tough measures can restore security and order.
