US Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts made a rare public statement following remarks from President Donald Trump, who suggested that a federal judge should be impeached. The judge in question had attempted to block Trump's administration from deporting suspected Venezuelan gang members.
Without directly mentioning Trump, Roberts stressed the long-standing principle that impeachment should not be used as a response to disagreements over judicial rulings.
"For more than two centuries, it has been established that impeachment is not an appropriate response to disagreement concerning a judicial decision. The normal appellate review process exists for that purpose," he stated.
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Earlier, US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (March 18) called for the impeachment of James Boasberg, the chief federal judge in Washington,&nbsp;DC,&nbsp;after he ordered deportation flights carrying suspected Venezuelan gang members to be turned back.
"This judge, like many of the Crooked Judges&rsquo; I am forced to appear before, should be IMPEACHED!!! WE DON&rsquo;T WANT VICIOUS, VIOLENT, AND DEMENTED CRIMINALS, MANY OF THEM DERANGED MURDERERS, IN OUR COUNTRY. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!," Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social.
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He also took aim at former President Barack Obama, who appointed Boasberg, stating, "This Radical Left Lunatic of a Judge, a troublemaker and agitator who was sadly appointed by Barack Hussein Obama, was not elected President - He didn&rsquo;t WIN the popular VOTE (by a lot!), he didn&rsquo;t WIN ALL SEVEN SWING STATES, he didn&rsquo;t WIN 2,750 to 525 Counties, HE DIDN&rsquo;T WIN ANYTHING! I WON FOR MANY REASONS, IN AN OVERWHELMING MANDATE, BUT FIGHTING ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION MAY HAVE BEEN THE NUMBER ONE REASON FOR THIS HISTORIC VICTORY." 
<h2>What happened?</h2>
Trump&rsquo;s outrage comes after his administration invoked an 18th-century law for the first time since World War II to deport alleged members of the Venezuelan gang, Tren de Aragua. 
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On Saturday, a total of 261 Venezuelans, including suspected gang members, were deported. However, before the operation could be completed, a federal court intervened to halt the deportations. By that time, two planes carrying the migrants had already departed.
White House officials later argued in court that they had not defied the judge&rsquo;s ruling. They claimed that because Boasberg&rsquo;s order was given orally and not in writing, it was not legally binding. Additionally, they maintained that the flights had already taken off when the order was issued.
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During a hearing on Monday, Boasberg pushed back, saying he had clearly instructed the government to reverse course. Addressing Department of Justice lawyers, he asked, "You're saying that you felt you could disregard it because it wasn't in a written order?"
Meanwhile, White House Press Secretary Katherine Leavitt defended the deportations, stating on Sunday, "A single judge in a single city cannot direct the movements of an aircraft&hellip; full of foreign alien terrorists who were physically expelled from US soil."
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Trump’s outrage comes after his administration invoked an 18th-century law for the first time since World War II to deport alleged members of the Venezuelan gang, Tren de Aragua.

US Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts made a rare public statement following remarks from President Donald Trump, who suggested that a federal judge should be impeached. The judge in question had attempted to block Trump's administration from deporting suspected Venezuelan gang members. Without directly mentioning Trump, Roberts stressed the long-standing principle that impeachment should not be used as a response to disagreements over judicial rulings. "For more than two centuries, it has been established that impeachment is not an appropriate response to disagreement concerning a judicial decision. The normal appellate review process exists for that purpose," he stated. Also read: Who is Judge James Boasberg? The Obama-appointed judge Trump wants impeached Earlier, US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (March 18) called for the impeachment of James Boasberg, the chief federal judge in Washington, DC, after he ordered deportation flights carrying suspected Venezuelan gang members to be turned back. "This judge, like many of the Crooked Judges’ I am forced to appear before, should be IMPEACHED!!! WE DON’T WANT VICIOUS, VIOLENT, AND DEMENTED CRIMINALS, MANY OF THEM DERANGED MURDERERS, IN OUR COUNTRY. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!," Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social. Also read: Trump’s Ukraine ‘peace’ plan isn’t about peace. It’s a PR stunt He also took aim at former President Barack Obama, who appointed Boasberg, stating, "This Radical Left Lunatic of a Judge, a troublemaker and agitator who was sadly appointed by Barack Hussein Obama, was not elected President - He didn’t WIN the popular VOTE (by a lot!), he didn’t WIN ALL SEVEN SWING STATES, he didn’t WIN 2,750 to 525 Counties, HE DIDN’T WIN ANYTHING! I WON FOR MANY REASONS, IN AN OVERWHELMING MANDATE, BUT FIGHTING ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION MAY HAVE BEEN THE NUMBER ONE REASON FOR THIS HISTORIC VICTORY." What happened? Trump’s outrage comes after his administration invoked an 18th-century law for the first time since World War II to deport alleged members of the Venezuelan gang, Tren de Aragua. Also read: Alien Enemies Act: The 18th-century wartime law Trump used for deportation but failed, explained On Saturday, a total of 261 Venezuelans, including suspected gang members, were deported. However, before the operation could be completed, a federal court intervened to halt the deportations. By that time, two planes carrying the migrants had already departed. White House officials later argued in court that they had not defied the judge’s ruling. They claimed that because Boasberg’s order was given orally and not in writing, it was not legally binding. Additionally, they maintained that the flights had already taken off when the order was issued. Also read: Who is Raisha Alawieh? Professor deported from US over deleted ‘sympathetic photos’ of Hezbollah leaders During a hearing on Monday, Boasberg pushed back, saying he had clearly instructed the government to reverse course. Addressing Department of Justice lawyers, he asked, "You're saying that you felt you could disregard it because it wasn't in a written order?" Meanwhile, White House Press Secretary Katherine Leavitt defended the deportations, stating on Sunday, "A single judge in a single city cannot direct the movements of an aircraft… full of foreign alien terrorists who were physically expelled from US soil." Also read: France would be ‘speaking German’ without US: White House slams French politician over Statue of Liberty demand (With inputs from agencies)

‘Not an appropriate response’: US Chief Justice rebukes Trump’s call to impeach ‘lunatic’ judge James Boasberg

US President Donald Trump has called for the impeachment of Chief Judge James Boasberg, who leads the federal court in Washington, DC. The demand comes after Boasberg ordered deportation flights carrying suspected Venezuelan gang members to be turned back.
<h2>What led to Trump&rsquo;s outrage?</h2>
Trump&rsquo;s administration had invoked an 18th-century law, used for the first time since World War II, to deport alleged members of Tren de Aragua, a violent Venezuelan gang. On Saturday, 261 Venezuelans, including suspected gang members, were deported. However, before the process could be completed, Boasberg&rsquo;s court intervened and halted the deportations. By then, two planes carrying the migrants had already taken off.
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<h2>Who is Judge James Boasberg?</h2>
Judge James Boasberg came into the spotlight on Saturday after granting an emergency restraining order that blocked the Trump administration from invoking a 1798 law to deport Venezuelan nationals, including suspected gang members, for 14 days.
Boasberg ruled in favour of Democracy Forward and the ACLU, who had challenged the deportations. In his decision, he said the removals could cause "irreparable" harm. His order temporarily prevented Trump from using the Alien Enemies Act for deportations until a proper hearing could be conducted.
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&ldquo;Given the exigent circumstances that [the court] has been made aware of this morning, it has determined that an immediate Order is warranted to maintain the status quo until a hearing can be set,&rdquo; Boasberg said in his ruling.
This is not the first time Boasberg has clashed with Trump&rsquo;s circle. He previously served on the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISA Court), which approved surveillance of certain members of Trump&rsquo;s 2016 campaign, a decision that drew criticism from Trump&rsquo;s supporters.
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<h2>A judge with a long legal career</h2>
Boasberg was appointed as a federal judge in Washington, DC, nearly 15 years ago by President Barack Obama. In 2014, Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts appointed him to serve a seven-year term on the FISA Court, where he reviewed surveillance requests from federal agencies. He later served as the presiding judge of the court from 2020 to 2021.
A graduate of Yale University, Oxford University, and Yale Law School, Boasberg began his career clerking for the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals before joining the Justice Department as a federal prosecutor in Washington, DC.
Until now, Boasberg had largely avoided high-profile conflicts with the Trump administration. However, his recent ruling has placed him at the centre of a major legal battle.
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<h2>What happens next?</h2>
Trump&rsquo;s administration has already appealed the decision. While Boasberg&rsquo;s order instructed that any deported individuals be "immediately" returned to the US, the ruling came too late to stop some migrants from reaching El Salvador. It is not clear if Boasberg can actually bring those who were deported back.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Judge James Boasberg came into the spotlight after granting an emergency restraining order that blocked the Trump from invoking a 1798 law to deport Venezuelan nationals.

US President Donald Trump has called for the impeachment of Chief Judge James Boasberg, who leads the federal court in Washington, DC. The demand comes after Boasberg ordered deportation flights carrying suspected Venezuelan gang members to be turned back. What led to Trump’s outrage? Trump’s administration had invoked an 18th-century law, used for the first time since World War II, to deport alleged members of Tren de Aragua, a violent Venezuelan gang. On Saturday, 261 Venezuelans, including suspected gang members, were deported. However, before the process could be completed, Boasberg’s court intervened and halted the deportations. By then, two planes carrying the migrants had already taken off. Also read: Trump-Putin call underway: White House says talks ‘going well’ | Live updates Who is Judge James Boasberg? Judge James Boasberg came into the spotlight on Saturday after granting an emergency restraining order that blocked the Trump administration from invoking a 1798 law to deport Venezuelan nationals, including suspected gang members, for 14 days. Boasberg ruled in favour of Democracy Forward and the ACLU, who had challenged the deportations. In his decision, he said the removals could cause "irreparable" harm. His order temporarily prevented Trump from using the Alien Enemies Act for deportations until a proper hearing could be conducted. Also read: 'Crooked Judges should be IMPEACHED': Trump calls for impeachment of 'lunatic' judge who halted deportations “Given the exigent circumstances that [the court] has been made aware of this morning, it has determined that an immediate Order is warranted to maintain the status quo until a hearing can be set,” Boasberg said in his ruling. This is not the first time Boasberg has clashed with Trump’s circle. He previously served on the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISA Court), which approved surveillance of certain members of Trump’s 2016 campaign, a decision that drew criticism from Trump’s supporters. Also read: ‘Discarded like a dirty rag’: Chinese media lauds Trump’s decision to cut spending on Voice of America A judge with a long legal career Boasberg was appointed as a federal judge in Washington, DC, nearly 15 years ago by President Barack Obama. In 2014, Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts appointed him to serve a seven-year term on the FISA Court, where he reviewed surveillance requests from federal agencies. He later served as the presiding judge of the court from 2020 to 2021. A graduate of Yale University, Oxford University, and Yale Law School, Boasberg began his career clerking for the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals before joining the Justice Department as a federal prosecutor in Washington, DC. Until now, Boasberg had largely avoided high-profile conflicts with the Trump administration. However, his recent ruling has placed him at the centre of a major legal battle. Also read: Ukraine demands Russia’s 'unconditional agreement' to ceasefire ahead of Trump-Putin call today What happens next? Trump’s administration has already appealed the decision. While Boasberg’s order instructed that any deported individuals be "immediately" returned to the US, the ruling came too late to stop some migrants from reaching El Salvador. It is not clear if Boasberg can actually bring those who were deported back. (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Judge James Boasberg? The Obama-appointed judge Trump wants impeached

Canada's immigration minister, Marc Miller, has taken a hardline stance on immigration and stated that “not everyone is welcome” in Canada. This comes, as the country braces for a potential influx of migrants fleeing the US to escape the mass deportations US President-elect Donald Trump has pledged.

<h2>Canada changing tunes?</h2>

Miller’s statement, as per the Guardian, is a notable departure from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s 2017 promise that “Canadians will welcome” asylum seekers.

As per the report, experts have chalked up this shift in tone on immigration and refugee policy to the dwindling public support for immigration.

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<h2>Trump's mass deportation</h2>

The US President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to enact mass deportation once he assumes office in January. Tom Homan, Trump's newly nominated 'Border Czar' on Monday, said that the incoming Trump 2.0 administration would target those living illegally in the US and who they consider a public safety threat.

Migration experts have predicted that Trump’s return to office could trigger significant migration to Canada, as undocumented people in the US seek refuge north of the border.

During Donald Trump’s first term, thousands of Haitians fled the US, seeking asylum in Canada after losing temporary protected status in America.

At that time, Trudeau took to social media to say: “To those fleeing persecution, terror &amp; war, Canadians will welcome you, regardless of your faith. Diversity is our strength #WelcomeToCanada.”

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However, recently, Canada Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland said her government “absolutely recognize[d] the importance to border security and of controlling our own border, of controlling who comes into Canada and who doesn’t”.

Reportedly, Canada’s federal police force has been developing a strategy for “several months” to manage potential increases in border crossings.

However, migration experts have slammed the government’s shift. Audrey Macklin, a law professor at the University of Toronto, said: “Canada’s first and only response to what might be persecution in a neighbouring country is, ‘How do we prevent people from escaping to our country?’ It’s certainly familiar, unsurprising, and disappointing.”

(With inputs from agencies)

Canada's immigration minister, Marc Miller, has taken a hardline stance on immigration and stated that “not everyone is welcome” in Canada. This comes, as the country braces for a potential influx of migrants fleeing the US to escape the mass deportations US President-elect Donald Trump has pledged.

Canada's immigration minister, Marc Miller, has taken a hardline stance on immigration and stated that “not everyone is welcome” in Canada. This comes, as the country braces for a potential influx of migrants fleeing the US to escape the mass deportations US President-elect Donald Trump has pledged. Canada changing tunes? Miller’s statement, as per the Guardian, is a notable departure from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s 2017 promise that “Canadians will welcome” asylum seekers. As per the report, experts have chalked up this shift in tone on immigration and refugee policy to the dwindling public support for immigration. Also read | Who is Mike Huckabee? Donald Trump's pick for US ambassador to Israel Trump's mass deportation The US President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to enact mass deportation once he assumes office in January. Tom Homan, Trump's newly nominated 'Border Czar' on Monday, said that the incoming Trump 2.0 administration would target those living illegally in the US and who they consider a public safety threat. Migration experts have predicted that Trump’s return to office could trigger significant migration to Canada, as undocumented people in the US seek refuge north of the border. During Donald Trump’s first term, thousands of Haitians fled the US, seeking asylum in Canada after losing temporary protected status in America. At that time, Trudeau took to social media to say: “To those fleeing persecution, terror & war, Canadians will welcome you, regardless of your faith. Diversity is our strength #WelcomeToCanada.” Also read | Donald Trump announces Tom Homan as 'border czar' to handle 'deportation of illegal aliens' However, recently, Canada Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland said her government “absolutely recognize[d] the importance to border security and of controlling our own border, of controlling who comes into Canada and who doesn’t”. Reportedly, Canada’s federal police force has been developing a strategy for “several months” to manage potential increases in border crossings. However, migration experts have slammed the government’s shift. Audrey Macklin, a law professor at the University of Toronto, said: “Canada’s first and only response to what might be persecution in a neighbouring country is, ‘How do we prevent people from escaping to our country?’ It’s certainly familiar, unsurprising, and disappointing.” (With inputs from agencies)

Canada says 'not everyone is welcome' as Trump 2.0 mass deportations loom

After Donald Trump's win in the 2024 United States presidential election, there has been a significant spike in Google searches by people interested in leaving the country and moving to Canada.

After Donald Trump's win in the 2024 United States presidential election, there has been a significant spike in Google searches by people interested in leaving the country and moving to Canada. Why are Americans searching for "How to move to Canada"? The search term "How to move to Canada" has notably increased following Trump’s election, due to concerns among some Americans about potential changes in immigration policy. With Trump set to become the next US president, he has made promises about large-scale deportations. This has put Canada on “high alert” as officials anticipate a possible rise in unauthorised border crossings from the US. Trump's deportation stance is reminiscent of his first term following his win in the 2016 presidential election, during which thousands of people, including Haitians, crossed into Canada after losing certain protections in the US. Which US states show the highest interest in moving to Canada? Google Trends data reveals that searches for “How to move to Canada” jumped by 400 per cent on election night (Nov 5), with the highest search interest coming from blue states (whose voters vote predominantly for the Democratic party) such as Vermont, Oregon, and Washington. Other related searches, including “moving to Canada requirements” and “moving to Canada from US,” also spiked. Some searches saw an increase of over 5,000 per cent on the day that Trump's victory was confirmed, according to Google Trends. How is Canada’s border security responding to potential migration changes? Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Sergeant Charles Poirier confirmed that Canadian border security is on high alert. “All of our eyes are looking at the border to see what’s going to happen,” he said, adding that Trump’s immigration policies could lead to more “illegal and irregular migration” toward Canada. This comes just days after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced plans to reduce the number of permanent immigrants in 2025. According to reports, Trudeau mentioned Canada would cut its permanent immigration target by 21 per cent, from 500,000 to 395,000. “We are acting today because of the tumultuous times as we emerged from the pandemic, between addressing labour needs and maintaining population growth, we didn't get the balance quite right,” Trudeau said. (With inputs from agencies)

‘How to move to Canada’: After Trump’s election win, Americans flood Google with questions about relocating