The U.S. Department of Justice filed a formal complaint against District Judge James Boasberg, accusing him of misconduct and demanding his removal from a key deportation case. The complaint stems from Boasberg’s reported private remarks expressing concern that the Trump administration might ignore court rulings—comments DOJ officials claim undermine public trust in the judiciary. The DOJ, under Attorney General Pam Bondi, alleges Boasberg violated ethical obligations and seeks disciplinary action, including potential impeachment. The case at issue involves the use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members. Boasberg had previously halted the deportations, leading to a clash with the administration. The complaint intensifies already strained relations between the judiciary and a politicized DOJ, raising alarms about judicial independence under Trump’s second term.