Questionable Error On Government Website: Articles Deleted From The Constitution Relevant To Immigration

There’s currently no credible evidence that a government website “glitch” removed content specifically about former President Trump. What actually occurred—according to widely reported sources—is that key sections of the U.S. Constitution, including the writ of habeas corpus, went missing from the Library of Congress’s official site due to a coding error. Here’s a breakdown:

What Happened:

• Deleted Content: Large portions of Article I Sections 8, 9, and 10 disappeared from the official government site, meaning that foundational legislative powers and civil liberties—including habeas corpus—were temporarily inaccessible. TechCrunch+2Courthouse News+2The Independent+2
• Social Concerns: News reporters and people across social media thought the deletions were deliberate because they were sections of the Constitution that Trump doesn’t like. The key sections also support the writ of habeas corpus arguments.
• Cause: The Library of Congress confirmed this was a coding error, not a deliberate removal, and restoration efforts were underway. Courthouse NewsTechCrunch

No Trump-Specific Removal:

The now-viral claim that Trump-related information was removed appears to stem from misinterpretation or misinformation. No reputable reporting links the glitch to Trump directly, and the removed text was foundational constitutional language, not political commentary.

What This Means:

• Technical vs. Policy: The overall consensus is that the error was a digital mishap—not a policy-driven action. As TechCrunch and Courthouse News highlighted, the missing text does not alter the law; it only affected the online display. TechCrunchCourthouse News
• Transparency Implications: Even technical issues like this can raise valid concerns about the availability and reliability of official information online.

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