Can you imagine 5 years ago that the Dems would fuk this up so bad that a law from 1798 would have to be called on? This is 2024 WTF is going on with the dems
The Alien Enemies Act of 1798 is a law that allows the president to detain or deport non-citizens from enemy nations during wartime. It was passed as part of the Alien and Sedition Acts, which were a response to the undeclared "Quasi-War" with France. The Alien Enemies Act is still in effect today, and has been invoked multiple times, including during the War of 1812 and World War I. Here are some key points about the Alien Enemies Act: Powers The president can use the act to arrest, relocate, or deport non-citizens from enemy nations, regardless of their legal status or loyalty. The president can act based on the country of birth or citizenship of the non-citizen, and without a hearing. History The Alien Enemies Act has been used against immigrants who were lawfully present in the United States and showed no signs of disloyalty. It was last invoked during World War II to intern immigrants of Japanese, German, and Italian descent. Constitutionality The Alien Enemies Act has been upheld by federal courts, and the Supreme Court noted in 1948 that it has remained the law of the land since 1798. However, some say the act is overbroad and may violate constitutional rights.
Trump has discussed ending birthright citizenship. That was put into law to allow the children of slaves to become citizens after emancipation. It should have been a one-time, limited duration policy and not a permanent one.
I'd like to see it retroactive...