Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is proposing a bold solution to prevent judges from blocking President Trump’s policy agenda, suggesting that Congress use its constitutional power to limit federal courts’ jurisdiction on key issues. The move comes as the administration faces repeated legal challenges to immigration enforcement, deportation orders, and other major initiatives.
During a recent speech, DeSantis criticized what he described as activist judges interfering with the executive branch’s authority. He argued that the founding fathers gave Congress the power to restrict lower courts’ ability to hear certain cases, which could protect the administration’s policies from being stalled by federal judges.
DeSantis pointed to the ongoing court battles over Trump’s deportation flights for violent gang members, including members of Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua, as proof of the need for action. He argued that legal delays not only weaken border security efforts but also endanger communities across the country.
The Florida governor urged lawmakers in Washington to take up the issue immediately, emphasizing that removing jurisdiction on specific matters would help ensure the president can fully execute his duties. DeSantis also warned that without decisive steps, courts would continue undermining national immigration and security priorities.
His proposal is expected to ignite debate within Congress as the administration continues its push to deliver on campaign promises and tackle border security challenges head-on.