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Rubio Touts Migrants Sent to El Salvador After Judge Orders Planes Return

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On Saturday , President Donald Trump invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport alleged gang members.

A federal judge ordered to temporarily halt deportations and turn back any planes carrying deportees.

On Sunday morning , Rubio wrote that 250 Venezuelans , allegedly members of the MS-13 and Tren de Agua gangs, were sent to El Salvador .

A hearing is scheduled for Friday to determine whether the judge's injunction on the Act will be extended.

It remains unclear what legal consequences the administration could face for seemingly defying the order.

The Alien Enemies Act may be used only during declared wars or armed attacks on the U.S. by foreign governments.