Trump has activated a secretive court for deporting ‘alien terrorists.’ Here’s what to know | CNN Politics

cnn.com·Tierney Sneed·2026-07-23T11:50:15.413Z
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Humanitarian Reporting

This article documents human rights concerns or humanitarian issues using credible institutional sources. It is not considered a psychological operation.

This article reveals how the Trump administration has activated a long-dormant, secretive federal court that can deport immigrants suspected of terrorism with little public evidence and minimal due process. It raises concerns about executive overreach and the lack of transparency, especially since the court can withhold evidence even from the accused. The story highlights long-standing legal worries about the court's fairness and why past administrations avoided using it.

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