During a commencement address at the University of Alabama, President Donald Trump criticized judges for obstructing his deportation efforts, questioning the application of due process to illegal migrants. His remarks followed a federal court's decision to block his use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport alleged gang members. Trump had proclaimed the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua could be deported under this act, leading to the removal of individuals like Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose deportation opponents claim was unjustified. Evidence, however, suggests Garcia's involvement in criminal activities, including human trafficking. Vice President J.D. Vance emphasized the administration's intent to appeal the court order, arguing the president should determine the use of the Alien Enemies Act in matters of national security.

President Trump, in a speech at the University of Alabama, questioned how due process can be applied to illegal migrants, criticizing judicial interference with his presidential duties.

His comments were made in response to a federal court's permanent block on his administration's attempt to deport gang members using the Alien Enemies Act, a centuries-old statute.

The Trump administration had targeted the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua for deportation, citing national security concerns, which led to the deportation of individuals including Kilmar Abrego Garcia.

Opponents argue that the deportation of individuals like Garcia was illegal, but evidence has emerged suggesting his involvement in criminal activities such as human trafficking.

Vice President J.D. Vance stated that the administration is aggressively appealing the court's decision, asserting that the president has the authority to determine when the country is being invaded and when to apply the Alien Enemies Act.

Bodycam footage from Maryland troopers indicated Garcia's participation in human smuggling, which adds complexity to the legal arguments surrounding his deportation.

The administration's stance is that judicial rulings are impeding their ability to fulfill voter mandates on immigration enforcement, a point stressed by Trump in his address to the graduates.