United States President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on the American judiciary, accusing federal courts of obstructing his immigration agenda shortly after attending the funeral of Pope Francis in Rome on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
In a fiery post on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump, seemingly posting while aboard Air Force One following his departure from Italy, claimed that the current immigration crisis in the United States was being perpetuated by judicial decisions favoring policies introduced during Former President Joe Biden’s administration.
The 45th president did not mince words as he blamed federal judges for undermining long-standing immigration enforcement practices that, according to him, had served the nation well for over two centuries.
Trump wrote:
“We need Courageous JUSTICE in our Country. If the Courts don’t allow what we have been allowed to do for 250 years, America can no longer be the same.”
He further accused his successor, President Joe Biden, of orchestrating a situation that has endangered American lives, pointing to what he described as Biden’s “open border madness.”
“Crooked Joe Biden will have destroyed our Country with his Open Border MADNESS, and allowing criminals of every type to enter with no Retribution,” Trump alleged.
He continued by painting a grim picture of the future of American society if current immigration trends persist unchecked.
“Murderers, Drug Dealers, Gang Members, and even the Mentally Insane will make their home in our Country, wreaking havoc like we have never seen before,” Trump warned.
Highlighting the overwhelming strain he believes immigration places on the justice system, Trump concluded:
“It is not possible to have trials for millions and millions of people.”
Recent Court Decisions Fuel Trump’s Frustration
Trump’s remarks come amid a series of legal setbacks concerning immigration enforcement. In recent weeks, federal judges have blocked or restricted several of his executive orders related to deportations and immigration policy, further fueling his public frustration.
A notable decision that likely spurred Trump’s latest outburst came just days ago when a federal judge ordered that Venezuelan migrants must be given a 21-day notice before facing deportation proceedings — a move seen by Trump and his supporters as yet another obstacle to restoring stricter immigration controls.
The controversial ruling, delivered by a U.S. District Court judge, mandates that immigration authorities provide affected migrants with sufficient time to respond legally before any deportation action is taken.
The decision sparked a political firestorm among conservative circles, with Trump’s allies decrying it as judicial overreach.
Reference: Judge Orders Trump to Give Venezuelan Migrants 21 Days Notice Before Deportations
Immigration Remains Central to Trump’s 2024 Campaign
Trump, who is the presumptive Republican nominee for the 2024 U.S. presidential election, has made immigration reform a cornerstone of his campaign platform.
He has consistently promised to reinstate aggressive border enforcement policies that were hallmarks of his first term, including the controversial “Remain in Mexico” policy and expanded deportation programs.
In multiple campaign rallies, Trump has pledged to initiate the “largest domestic deportation operation in American history” if re-elected, a plan that has drawn significant attention both from supporters and critics.
Speaking at a rally in Phoenix, Arizona, earlier this month, Trump declared:
“Under my next administration, we will seal the border, deport illegal alien criminals, and restore law and order in every city across America.”
His Saturday outburst on Truth Social reinforces that Trump sees judicial resistance as a significant obstacle to these plans and is prepared to make it a major talking point heading into November’s election.
Polarizing Reactions to Trump’s Statements
As expected, Trump’s comments have drawn sharply divided reactions across the political spectrum.
Supporters applauded his no-holds-barred approach, agreeing that the judiciary must support stricter immigration enforcement to protect American communities.
One Truth Social user commented:
“President Trump is absolutely right! The courts need to stand with the American people, not criminals flooding our borders.”
Another wrote:
“We need strong leadership again. Only Trump can fix this disaster Biden created!”
On the other hand, critics accused Trump of fear-mongering and demonizing immigrants for political gain.
Democratic strategist Maria Cardona responded via X (formerly Twitter), saying:
“Trump’s hateful rhetoric does nothing but sow division. Immigrants built America, and real solutions require compassion and reform — not cruelty.”
Legal analysts also warned that Trump’s increasingly aggressive stance against the judiciary could pose challenges to the rule of law if he returns to office.
Professor Allen Rosenberg, a constitutional law expert, noted:
“Trump’s attacks on the judiciary threaten to undermine the public’s trust in an independent legal system — a cornerstone of American democracy.”
The Pope Francis Funeral and Trump’s Appearance
Earlier in the day, before his online tirade, Trump made a rare international appearance at the funeral of Pope Francis at St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City, joining world leaders and dignitaries in honoring the late pontiff’s legacy.
His presence at the event was seen as an attempt to boost his standing among Catholic and Christian conservative voters ahead of the November elections.
However, the solemn occasion quickly gave way to political warfare once Trump returned to the U.S. airspace.
Conclusion
As the 2024 election race intensifies, immigration remains one of the most polarizing and emotionally charged topics in American politics.
Former President Trump’s latest broadside against the courts signals that he will continue to lean heavily on the immigration debate to rally his base — while framing the judiciary as a key adversary to his vision for America’s future.
With the election only months away, the battle over the soul and borders of America is far from over.
