Congress Must Act on Illegal Deportations to South Sudan

Outrageous Violation of Court Order by ICE Recent reports confirm that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), under the direction of the Trump administration, deported approximately a dozen Burmese and Vietnamese migrants to South Sudan—despite a standing federal court order prohibiting such deportations without an opportunity to contest them. This is an outrageous defiance of judicial authority. According to attorneys, individuals were removed without notice or due process, in direct violation of the court’s ruling. A Direct Assault on Constitutional Checks and Balances This is not just a procedural error—it is a flagrant breach of the Constitution’s separation of powers. When the executive branch ignores a lawful court order, it undermines our democratic system. Such conduct is not only illegal—it is profoundly dangerous. Endangering Lives and Violating Legal Norms Sending migrants to South Sudan—a country in turmoil and beset by violence—is not only reckless but immoral. It exposes vulnerable individuals to grave risk and violates both U.S. and international legal standards. It is a human rights outrage. Immediate Congressional Oversight Needed I call on you to launch immediate action to investigate this misconduct. Those responsible for this defiance must be held accountable. No administration should be permitted to defy the law. This Cannot Be Allowed to Stand This moment demands more than concern—it demands action. I urge you to denounce these deportations and take steps to reaffirm the authority of the courts and the Constitution. Congress must act to defend the rule of law against this outrageous overreach.