Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Judge Boasberg Targets Trump DOJ Lawyers As He Advances Contempt Inquiry

Judge James Boasberg has intensified his investigation into potential criminal contempt by the Trump Administration regarding deportations tied to the Alien Enemies Act. This inquiry follows a recent disclosure by the Justice Department about deportation flights approved by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, which allegedly disregarded an emergency court order.

• Contempt Inquiry Revived: Judge Boasberg has renewed his criminal contempt inquiry against President Trump concerning deportations of Venezuelan gang members under the Alien Enemies Act.

• Emergency Order Ignored: It was revealed that Secretary Noem approved deportation flights in March, despite an emergency order from Boasberg to halt these actions.

• Court Demands: Boasberg has required the Trump Administration to submit statements from those involved in the decision related to the deportations by December 5.

• Legal Proceedings: While he deemed it "premature" to initiate criminal prosecution against Noem, he has singled out two top Justice Department lawyers for testimony in the upcoming week.

• Previous Court Rulings: Earlier, Boasberg granted a temporary restraining order to stop the deportations of Venezuelan nationals linked to organized crime. However, the U. S. Supreme Court later ruled that Boasberg lacked jurisdiction but mandated that adequate notice be given to allow the individuals to challenge their deportations.

• Potential for Contempt Charges: Boasberg believes there is substantial cause to consider the Trump Administration in criminal contempt for not complying with his orders, especially regarding bringing back deported criminals.

• Legal Implications: If the Justice Department does not act against the Trump Administration for contempt, Boasberg has hinted at appointing a special prosecutor to address the issue.

Judge Boasberg's inquiry into the Trump Administration reveals tensions surrounding immigration enforcement and judicial orders. The next steps involve hearings for Justice Department lawyers and an ongoing examination of the administration's actions concerning controversial deportation practices. This case continues to evolve as legal demands and potential charges unfold, with significant implications for those involved. 

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/12/judge-boasberg-targets-doj-lawyers-as-he-advances/

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Judge Boasberg Targets Trump DOJ Lawyers As He Advances Contempt Inquiry

Judge James Boasberg has intensified his investigation into potential criminal contempt by the Trump Administration regarding deportations t...