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What is habeas corpus, the legal procedure Trump is considering suspending? | CNN Politics


Published on 2025-05-12 16:20:49 - CNN
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  • The future of habeas corpus has been pushed into the spotlight as President Donald Trump has been involved in discussions inside his administration over potentially taking the extreme step of suspending the procedure.

Habeas corpus, a fundamental legal principle, allows individuals to challenge their detention or imprisonment before a court, ensuring that the government's power to detain is not abused. The term, which translates from Latin as "you shall have the body," refers to the writ that compels authorities to bring a prisoner before a judge to determine the legality of their detention. The concept, deeply rooted in English common law and enshrined in the U.S. Constitution, has been a cornerstone of civil liberties, preventing arbitrary detention and upholding the right to a fair trial. Recent discussions around habeas corpus have been reignited due to concerns over its suspension during national emergencies or in the context of terrorism, highlighting ongoing debates about balancing security and individual rights.

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