Breaking news: Judge halts deportations of Venezuelans under 1798 law

The judge also ordered the return of any planes that had departed under the directive.

View in browser March 15, 2025, 10:26 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Eric Lee/The New York Times Judge Orders Halt on Deportations of Venezuelans Under Wartime Law A federal judge said the Trump administration must halt use of an obscure wartime law from 1798 to deport Venezuelans. The judge also ordered the return of any planes that had departed the U.S. with immigrants under the directive. Follow live updates Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018