Removing James E. Boasberg, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, for failure to remain in good behavior pursuant to section 1 of article III of the Constitution.
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
In CommitteeMr. Biggs of Arizona (for himself, Mr. Clyde, Mr. Higgins …
Summary
What This Bill Does
This resolution seeks to remove James E. Boasberg, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, from the federal bench. It argues that Judge Boasberg violated his oath of office and failed to maintain the "good behavior" standard required of federal judges under Article III, Section 1 of the Constitution by interfering with President Trump's foreign policy decisions.
Who Benefits and How
The executive branch would benefit by gaining broader authority to implement immigration and foreign policy actions without judicial review. The resolution supports the President's use of the Alien Enemies Act to apprehend and remove members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, arguing that such foreign policy matters should be beyond the scope of judicial inquiry.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Chief Judge James E. Boasberg would be removed from office if this resolution is adopted and the Senate concurs. This would end his tenure on the federal bench. More broadly, this could limit federal judges' ability to issue rulings that check executive actions on immigration and foreign policy matters.
Key Provisions
- Declares that Judge Boasberg has failed to maintain the "good behavior" standard required of federal judges under Article III of the Constitution
- Exhibits an "Article of Removal" to the Senate alleging abuse of power for ordering the return of alleged gang members who were being deported under the Alien Enemies Act
- Argues that the President's foreign policy and national security powers are largely beyond the scope of judicial review
- Cites additional alleged misconduct including failure to disclose non-federal payments and abuse of discretion on the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court
- Requests the Senate to remove Judge Boasberg from his position as Chief Judge
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
This bill seeks to remove James E. Boasberg, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, from office due to his failure to maintain good behavior as required by Article III, Section 1 of the Constitution.
Policy Domains
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_secretary"
- → Secretary of Homeland Security
Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
This section alleges that Chief Judge Boasberg abused his power by interfering with the President's constitutional prerogatives and foreign policy decisions for political gain.
The bill outlines the process of exhibiting an article of removal to the Senate, detailing the reasons for Judge Boasberg's removal.
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