U.S. President Donald Trump is once again attempting to evade responsibility for his administration’s extreme immigration policies, this time downplaying his role in invoking the Alien Enemies Act of 1789 to deport Venezuelan migrants.
In a stunning admission, Trump claimed, “I don’t know when it was signed, because I didn’t sign it,” as his administration continued to implement the policy.
Beyond the political spectacle, the Trump administration’s actions represent clear violations of U.S. law and due process.
Here are the five main legal breaches:
1. Violation of the Non-Delegation Doctrine
The Alien Enemies Act grants broad authority to the executive branch, but it does not absolve the President from personally signing a proclamation that enacts such sweeping measures. Trump’s denial of signing the order raises serious constitutional concerns regarding whether an unelected official or unauthorized entity carried out executive functions, violating the separation of powers.
2. Due Process Violations Under the Fifth Amendment
The summary deportation of Venezuelan migrants without individual hearings violates their Fifth Amendment right to due process. U.S. courts have long held that non-citizens physically present in the country—regardless of status—are entitled to due process protections before being expelled. The lack of meaningful legal review or access to counsel undermines fundamental American legal principles.
3. Breach of Federal Court Orders on Immigration Enforcement
Trump’s attempt to downplay his role comes as a federal judge ordered his administration to explain why it violated a court ruling by failing to halt deportations to El Salvador. By disregarding judicial authority, the administration has ventured into contempt of court territory, which could lead to legal penalties or further judicial intervention.
4. Unconstitutional Use of Emergency Powers
The Alien Enemies Act is historically tied to wartime threats, not standard immigration enforcement. By invoking this 18th-century law without clear justification, Trump’s administration may be abusing emergency powers, setting a dangerous precedent for future executive overreach.
5. Illegal Financial Arrangements with El Salvador
In a shocking revelation, El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele—once a hero among Bitcoin advocates for embracing the digital asset as legal tender—has agreed to house U.S. deportees in the notorious Cecot mega-prison. In exchange, the U.S. will pay El Salvador $6 million, an arrangement that effectively turns the country into a U.S.-funded detention state. The legality of using federal funds for offshore detention without congressional approval is highly questionable.
What Can the Courts Do?
Given these blatant violations, U.S. courts have several options:
- Issue an Injunction – A federal court can immediately halt deportations under the Alien Enemies Act until proper legal procedures are established.
- Hold Officials in Contempt – If the administration is found to have violated court orders, responsible officials—including Trump—could face contempt proceedings.
- Appoint a Special Prosecutor – A special counsel could investigate whether any criminal laws were broken in the signing (or non-signing) and implementation of this order.
- Declare the Policy Unconstitutional – A court could strike down the policy as a violation of due process and executive overreach.
- Demand Congressional Oversight – The House Judiciary Committee could investigate the legality of the deal with El Salvador and the potential misuse of federal funds.
Bukele’s Betrayal: From Bitcoin Revolutionary to U.S. Concentration Camp Warden
For years, Nayib Bukele positioned himself as an anti-establishment disruptor, using Bitcoin to challenge traditional financial systems and promote global financial freedom. Now, he has effectively sold out to Washington, turning his country into a de facto prison colony for U.S. deportees.
The $6 million payment raises ethical concerns about whether El Salvador is prioritizing financial gain over human rights, and whether Bitcoin’s libertarian ethos is being corrupted by state-sponsored authoritarianism.
Meanwhile, Trump’s continued evasion of accountability highlights the disturbing reality of MAGA USA in 2025—a nation where the rule of law is increasingly reserved for the powerless, while the elite operate with impunity.
The United States, once a global beacon of law and order, now resembles an authoritarian state where legal principles are bent to serve the interests of those in power.
As Trump dodges consequences and Bukele profits from human suffering, the world watches in disbelief. Will the courts step in, or will this become yet another example of unchecked executive power running rampant and a certification that the US is effectively a dictatorship; a Republic in name only?
