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DOJ seeks to oust judge ahead of DHS contempt hearing: report

DOJ asks the appeals court to block the contempt inquiry and seeks Boasberg's removal, intensifying a high-stakes interbranch clash over deportation actions.
Boasberg’s contempt probe centers on whether the administration’s handling of deportation flights warrants criminal referral.
DOJ frames the dispute as an interbranch conflict that could threaten the separation of powers.
Boasberg attributed potential bad-faith conduct to the administration for rushing Venezuelan migrants out, defying his order.
Whistleblower testimony, including Erez Reuveni’s allegations, is central to potential contempt referrals.
The reference to potential criminal contempt referrals underscores the broader fight over enforcing court orders in immigration policy.
The dispute is framed as a high-profile clash between the judiciary and the White House over court-ordered deportations.
Upcoming hearings include testimony from Erez Reuveni and Deputy Assistant Attorney General Drew Ensign, tied to Boasberg’s March 15 orders.
The reference points readers to The Hill for updates on whistleblower testimony and related issues.
The AP reference confirms the broader national spotlight on DOJ-judiciary tensions in immigration policy.

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