A woman was deported to Afghanistan in the court's first use.
They publishedWoman deported to Afghanistan in first use of Alien Terrorist Removal Court
First reportAxios · 11 Sept, 17:14Z
Latest reportThe Washington Post · 11 Sept, 21:34Z
Span4 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
A woman was deported to Afghanistan under a court’s first use of the measure.
Why
The case establishes an initial precedent for the court’s authority.
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Further court actions and reporting on how the measure is applied.
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How it unfolded — every article
Summary
- 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.