Migrants facing removal under the Alien Enemies Act have about 12 hours to contest their removal from the U.S., according to unsealed court documents from Thursday, April 24. The American Civil Liberties Union argues that the 12-hour period for contesting removal is insufficient and violates constitutional due process, as it does not provide adequate time to consult an attorney.
The Justice Department’s Tim Ramnitz noted that the form provided to detainees allows for reasonable time and access to file petitions.
The government contends that this timeline complies with a Supreme Court decision that mandates a “reasonable” time to appeal.
