Trump Administration Deports 25,000 to Third Countries Under Shadowy Bilateral Deals
Source Summary
Since returning to office in 2025, the Trump administration has deported more than 25,000 people to countries where they have no connections, using 35 bilateral deals with various nations. A US federal appeals court ruled Friday that this third-country removal policy violates due process and is unlawful, though the government has 90 days to appeal the decision.
Why it matters
A federal court has ruled the administration's deportation policy unlawful, creating immediate legal jeopardy for a major immigration enforcement program affecting tens of thousands of people.
What remains uncertain
The government is expected to appeal the court's ruling within 90 days, and the ultimate legal outcome remains unresolved.
