Appeals court dismisses Alien Enemies Act lawsuit as moot

The Hill · first seen 13.08.2026

A federal appeals court sidestepped major legal questions regarding President Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act, declaring the central challenge moot.

A federal appeals court ruled a key Alien Enemies Act lawsuit moot.
The ruling avoids addressing whether President Trump lawfully invoked the law for swift deportations.

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The Hill — Appeals court rules key Alien Enemies Act lawsuit moot

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