Chicago March 18, 2025
A recent claim by the White House of unlimited executive power has raised eyebrows, with many expressing concern over the administration’s willingness to disregard constitutional principles. At the heart of the issue is the administration’s use of the 18th-century Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan gang members, despite a judge’s order to halt the process.
What’s more alarming is that some senior Trump administration aides seem unfazed by the possibility of ignoring a judge’s order. Some even suggest that certain judges are too junior to question the president’s actions. This sense of omnipotence is a hallmark of President Trump’s approach to governance, with the administration betting that voters will reward him for his tough stance on immigration enforcement.
The growing showdown between the administration and the courts is critical, as the judiciary is one of the last checks on Trump’s power. The president has already consolidated control within the Republican Party and marginalized the Democratic Party. The administration’s willingness to challenge constitutional principles was on full display in a recent interview with senior White House adviser Stephen Miller.
