1. United States
2. Calif.
3. Letter

The invocation of the Alien Enemies Act by President Trump to deport alleged gang members raises grave concerns about due process and the abuse of wartime powers for immigration enforcement purposes. While safeguarding public safety is important, the mass deportations without opportunity for legal review trample on fundamental rights and constitutional protections. We should not conflate immigration with an "invasion" or armed conflict that would justify such extreme measures. The Act was intended for genuine national security threats during declared wars, not for routine immigration proceedings. This unilateral action sets a dangerous precedent that erodes the rule of law. I urge you to speak out against this overreach and protect the civil liberties that define our nation. Unchecked executive power in the name of an imagined crisis jeopardizes the freedoms we all cherish.