Donald Trump & James Boasberg

James Boasberg: District Judge James Boasberg, who previously halted deportations, expressed sympathy for the American Civil Liberties Union's arguments but felt powerless due to United States — Supreme Court of the United States rulings limiting judicial power to specific jurisdictions.

James Boasberg: James Boasberg, a U.S. District Judge, found probable cause to hold the Donald Trump administration in criminal contempt for violating his orders on deportations. He is a central figure in this legal battle.

James Boasberg: James Boasberg, a U.S. District Judge, issued a temporary hold on removals and ordered planes with detainees to turn around, a directive that was reportedly ignored by the Trump administration.

James Boasberg: James Boasberg, a federal judge, had his contempt investigation into the Trump administration ordered to end by an appeals court, with the majority opinion stating he abused his discretion.