Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Defiance and Threats in Deportation Case Renew Fear of Constitutional Crisis

Defiance and Threats in Deportation Case Renew Fear of Constitutional Crisis - The New York Times (Thanks to Lexi for this one)

Legal scholars say that the nation has reached a tipping point and that the right question is not whether there is a crisis, but rather how much damage it will cause.

Related: Elon Musk’s Role in Dismantling USAID Likely Violated Constitution, Judge Finds - The New York Times

It appears to be the first time a federal judge has acted to constrain Elon Musk, a top adviser to President Trump. The judge also ordered agency functions be partially restored, though that relief could be temporary.

Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. issued an unusual statement on Tuesday, after Mr. Trump called for the impeachment of Judge James E. Boasberg, who issued the order over the weekend.Credit...Haiyun Jiang for The New York Times