Tom Homan Slams 'Radical' Judge for Blocking Trump's Deportation Order

Tom Homan, the former border czar under President Trump, has taken aim at a federal judge's decision to temporarily block the use of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport violent illegal immigrant gangs. The Obama-appointed Chief U.S. District Judge James Boasberg issued a restraining order to halt the deportation of five Venezuelans shortly after Trump invoked the act to target members of the Tren de Aragua gang. The judge's ruling has sparked debate over the boundaries of presidential authority in such cases.

Homan, speaking on "Fox & Friends," didn't hold back. He questioned, "Who in their right mind...wants [to allow] Tren de Aragua, a recognized terrorist organization sent here by the Maduro regime, to create havoc?" He went on to accuse the gang of spreading violence, drugs, and even murder across the United States. His frustration was clear as he lambasted the ruling, calling it illogical and counterproductive to the nation's safety.

The Alien Enemies Act, originally passed in 1798, has historically been invoked during wartime, including the War of 1812, World War I, and World War II. Trump's decision to use this law to address the issue of violent gangs like Tren de Aragua and MS-13 has been described by Homan as a "game-changer." However, Judge Boasberg's order forced a plane believed to be carrying the Venezuelans to return to the U.S., sparking a legal standoff.

Homan highlighted the absurdity of the situation, asking why anyone would want "terrorists" to return to American soil. In his view, Trump's actions align with his campaign promises to make America safer, one deportation at a time. He emphasized that the Alien Enemies Act gives Trump the authority to take such measures, a point he believes voters had endorsed during the election.

Despite the legal hurdles, Homan celebrated the fact that the flight carrying the deportees had reached its international destination in El Salvador before the ruling took effect. Describing the moment as "beautiful," he expressed hope that the use of the wartime law could pave the way for more aggressive action against illegal immigrant gangs.

This unprecedented use of an 18th-century law has drawn attention not only to its historical significance but also to its potential implications for modern immigration policies. As debates rage on, one thing is clear—Tom Homan isn’t backing down.