President Trump’s border czar Tom Homan didn’t hold back when a reporter questioned his use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan gang members. Homan shot back with a sharp reminder about the Constitution, leaving the press room in stunned silence. His no-nonsense approach showed the administration’s commitment to stopping violent criminals at all costs.
The Alien Enemies Act, passed in 1798, lets the president remove noncitizens from hostile nations during times of war or invasion. Trump invoked it to target Tren de Aragua, a gang linked to killings and drug crimes. Homan stressed that the Constitution is even older than the law itself, and we still follow it. Critics calling the move “outdated” missed the point—safety comes first.
Over 200 gang members were deported under the order, with ICE arguing many posed threats even without U.S. criminal records. Some had ties to foreign crimes like rape and kidnapping, according to international alerts. Homan defended the crackdown, saying the gang’s ties to Venezuela’s regime made them enemies of the state. Letting them stay would risk American lives, he insisted.
Liberal groups sued to stop the deportations, claiming the law was being misused. A judge temporarily blocked the order, but the administration fired back, calling it an attack on presidential authority. Homan stood firm, saying media outrage over removing terrorists was misguided. “Since when is protecting citizens controversial?” he asked.
The Tren de Aragua gang has flooded cities like Chicago and Miami, fueling violence and chaos. Their members are accused of murders, assaults, and spreading fentanyl. Trump’s team says they’re part of a foreign invasion meant to destabilize America. Using every tool to stop them isn’t just legal—it’s necessary.
Democrats and activists called the deportations “cruel” and “unconstitutional,” but conservatives praised the move. They argue weak borders have allowed gangs to thrive, putting families in danger. Homan’s blunt style resonates with voters tired of political correctness. “The law exists for a reason,” one supporter said. “Why apologize for using it?”
The media’s focus on “due process” for gang members baffles many Americans. While courts debate the policy, ICE continues raids to arrest illegal immigrants with violent histories. Homan’s message is clear: safety isn’t negotiable. If old laws get the job done, so be it.
This showdown highlights the divide between those who prioritize border security and those who worry about overreach. For Trump’s team, the math is simple—remove threats first, ask questions later. With cartels exploiting lax policies, Homan’s tough stance isn’t just right. It’s common sense. Conservatives say it’s time to stop apologizing and start defending the homeland.
