Federal Judge James Boasberg may be the first judge removed from office without impeachment after Arizona Rep. Andy Biggs introduced a groundbreaking resolution bypassing traditional removal procedures.
At a Glance
- Rep. Andy Biggs introduced a resolution to fire Judge James Boasberg using a simple majority vote rather than impeachment
- The move comes after Boasberg blocked deportations to El Salvador and suggested the Trump administration might be in contempt of court
- Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts rebuked Trump’s impeachment calls, defending judicial independence
- Over 5,000 illegal immigrants have opted to self-deport through the CBP Home app in the past month
- The Trump administration has intensified voluntary deportation efforts with warnings of daily $998 fines for non-compliance
Biggs Leads Charge Against Activist Judge
The battle lines between the new Trump administration and activist judges are already being drawn, and Rep. Andy Biggs of Arizona isn’t waiting around for the usual Washington two-step. Biggs has introduced a resolution that would remove federal Judge James Boasberg from office, bypassing the traditional impeachment process that requires a two-thirds Senate majority. This bold move comes after Boasberg had the audacity to block President Trump’s deportation flights to El Salvador, directly interfering with the executive branch’s constitutional authority to enforce immigration law.
The confrontation ignited when Boasberg warned Department of Justice officials not to deport a group of Venezuelan men until he had reviewed their case. In typical leftist judicial fashion, when the administration proceeded with the deportations anyway, Boasberg threw a judicial tantrum, suggesting the Trump administration might be in contempt of court and slapping down a temporary restraining order on further deportations. This is the kind of judicial activism that has hamstrung immigration enforcement for decades, folks.
Constitutional Showdown Brewing
The resolution put forward by Biggs makes a compelling constitutional argument that has been overlooked for far too long. It claims Congress can remove a judge for not maintaining “good behavior” without going through the impeachment process – a power explicitly mentioned in the Constitution. The resolution doesn’t mince words about Boasberg’s actions, stating that the judge “knowingly and willfully” used his position to “interfere with the president’s constitutional prerogatives and enforcement of the rule of law for political gain.”
“Chief Judge Boasberg, in violation of his oath of office, did knowingly and willfully use his judicial position to knowingly interfere with the president’s constitutional prerogatives and enforcement of the rule of law for political gain.” Biggs’ resolution read.
Of course, the judicial establishment is circling the wagons. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, who has repeatedly disappointed conservatives with his rulings, rushed to Boasberg’s defense. Roberts pompously declared that “impeachment is not an appropriate response to disagreement concerning a judicial decision.” That’s rich coming from the man who saved Obamacare by magically reinterpreting a penalty as a tax. But here’s the kicker – Biggs isn’t even using the impeachment process, he’s using a constitutional provision that requires only a simple majority in both chambers.
Steve Miller obliterates activist “Judge” Boasberg now that SCOTUS has ruled President Trump can use the Alien Enemies Act for deportations.
Boasberg needs to be legally removed from the bench and prosecuted.
He’s a criminal.pic.twitter.com/cXDuLYc3Ul
— Paul A. Szypula 🇺🇸 (@Bubblebathgirl) April 8, 2025
Self-Deportation Success Stories Mount
While the judicial battle unfolds, the Trump administration is already seeing remarkable success with its immigration enforcement strategy. Over 5,000 illegal immigrants have voluntarily self-deported using the CBP Home app in just the last month. This surge in voluntary departures shows what happens when we finally have an administration that’s serious about enforcing our laws. When there are actual consequences for breaking immigration laws, surprise surprise, people start following them!
“Self-deportation is safe. Leave on your own terms by picking your departure flight.” the flyer reads.
The administration isn’t just talking tough – they’ve released flyers warning illegal immigrants of daily fines of $998 for non-compliance and penalties of $1,000-$5,000 for those who claim they’ll depart but don’t follow through. They’re also highlighting the benefits of self-deportation, including the ability to retain earned money, future legal immigration opportunities, and potential financial assistance. This carrot-and-stick approach is already producing results that decades of catch-and-release policies never could.
A Return to Constitutional Order
What we’re witnessing is nothing short of a fundamental realignment of our immigration system back toward constitutional order. For too long, activist judges have appointed themselves as de facto immigration czars, blocking enforcement actions at every turn. Rep. Biggs’ bold move to hold Judge Boasberg accountable represents exactly the kind of decisive action conservatives have been demanding for decades. If judges want to act like legislators, perhaps they should run for Congress instead of legislating from the bench.
“Our nation’s immigration laws impose severe penalties on aliens who are illegally in the country. The only reason there is a large population of illegal immigrants residing in the United States is because prior administrations have failed to enforce these laws passed by Congress. Everyone knows this, including the aliens who have been illegally living here. The current trend of illegal aliens self-deporting proves that even just the credible threat of enforcement can be enough to get many illegal immigrants to comply with our laws and leave the country.” said James Rogers.
While legal challenges to Biggs’ resolution are inevitable, this constitutional showdown is long overdue. Our Founders never intended for unelected judges to have unchecked power to override the elected branches of government. The Trump administration and allies like Rep. Biggs are finally bringing balance back to our system, enforcing the laws as written rather than as reinterpreted by activist judges. The early results speak for themselves – border crossings down, self-deportations up, and a renewed respect for American sovereignty taking hold.
