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A woman was deported to Afghanistan in the court's first use.

A woman was deported to Afghanistan under a court’s first use of the measure.

SourcesAxios17:14 UTCThe Washington Post21:34 UTCSave

Key points

From Axios’s report
  • A lawful permanent resident from Afghanistan became the first defendant in the Alien Terrorist Removal Court.
  • Nazira Haji Zada was deported after the court ordered removal on August 20.
  • The government alleged Zada aided her son and son-in-law in a foiled 2024 shooting plot.
  • The DOJ stated classified information established Zada as an alien terrorist and she waived appeal.
  • Attorney General Todd Blanche called the case a win for national security and the rule of law.

Why it matters. The case establishes an initial precedent for the court’s authority.

What to watch. Further court actions and reporting on how the measure is applied.

Coverage

Oldest first · UTC

“Afghan woman deported in first-ever "Alien Terrorist" court case, DOJ says”

Key points from Axios
  • A lawful permanent resident from Afghanistan became the first defendant in the Alien Terrorist Removal Court.
  • Nazira Haji Zada was deported after the court ordered removal on August 20.
  • The government alleged Zada aided her son and son-in-law in a foiled 2024 shooting plot.
  • The DOJ stated classified information established Zada as an alien terrorist and she waived appeal.
  • Attorney General Todd Blanche called the case a win for national security and the rule of law.
SourceAxiosUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Axios

Coverage

Oldest first · UTC
SourceAxiosUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Axios“Afghan woman deported in first-ever "Alien Terrorist" court case, DOJ says”
Key points from Axios
  • A lawful permanent resident from Afghanistan became the first defendant in the Alien Terrorist Removal Court.
  • Nazira Haji Zada was deported after the court ordered removal on August 20.
  • The government alleged Zada aided her son and son-in-law in a foiled 2024 shooting plot.
  • The DOJ stated classified information established Zada as an alien terrorist and she waived appeal.
  • Attorney General Todd Blanche called the case a win for national security and the rule of law.

Why it’s in the Brief

Ranked 4th of 10.

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Corroboration by independent outlets
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