Trump attacks judge over deportation case, risks backlash

Maggie Haberman, a reporter for the New York Times, discussed President Donald Trump's recent attacks on a federal judge during an appearance on CNN. She described the situation as a "risky game" for Trump. The judge, Jeb Boasberg, is involved in a case about deporting hundreds of migrants. During her interview on "Anderson Cooper 360," Haberman said that Trump's comments about the judge's rulings were "ridiculous and inept." She emphasized that the legal battle is about due process, meaning that the judge is acting fairly based on the law. Haberman pointed out that judges generally do not appreciate being attacked by politicians. She noted that Trump's attack on Boasberg was clear and raises concerns among legal professionals. Interestingly, Trump did not call for impeachment of the judge this time, which Haberman viewed as significant. She explained that Trump's previous calls for Congress to impeach judges have caused frustration among his staff and Republican leaders. By skipping this point, Haberman suggested that Trump may be acknowledging internal pushback, at least for now.