(In the U.S.) Justice Sotomayor Slams Supreme Court’s 6–3 Ruling Allowing Trump Administration to Deport Migrants Without Notice

 

The Supreme Court, along with Associate Justice Sonia Sotomayor, has drawn significant attention in the United Kingdom and the United States due to her forceful dissent in a 6–3 ruling that permits the Trump administration to deport migrants to third countries without prior notice or an opportunity to seek protection. In her dissent, Sotomayor labeled the decision a “gross abuse of power,” warning that it endangers migrants by potentially exposing them to torture or death and violates constitutional due process protections. 

Her stance highlights escalating concerns about the judiciary’s deference to executive authority, particularly in immigration policy. The ruling temporarily eliminates a critical safeguard that previously mandated notice before such deportations, prompting widespread alarm among human rights advocates who fear for the safety of vulnerable migrants. While legal challenges continue to unfold, this decision represents a critical juncture in the ongoing debate over balancing national security with fundamental human rights and the United States’ obligations under international law.

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