President Donald Trump is reportedly engaged in discussions regarding the potential suspension of habeas corpus, a legal avenue for detainees to challenge their detentions. Stephen Miller, a senior aide, confirmed that the administration is “actively looking at” this option, contingent on judicial responses to their immigration policies. While Trump has not openly mentioned habeas corpus, his previous remarks suggest a desire for measures to circumvent judicial limitations on his immigration agenda. Legal experts assert that suspending habeas corpus is constitutionally reserved for times of rebellion or invasion, a notion currently being leveraged by the administration to justify aggressive immigration enforcement. Courts have historically rejected arguments that illegal immigration constitutes an invasion. The discussion raises concerns about due process and judicial independence, highlighting rising tensions between the executive branch and the judiciary.
