U.S. District Judge James “Jeb” Boasberg, known for his history of handling high-stakes cases involving sensitive security and political issues, is currently at the center of a conflict with the Trump administration. Boasberg recently found the administration in willful disregard of his order blocking the use of a wartime powers law for deportations. This decision came after the U.S. Supreme Court allowed Trump to use the law but subject to judicial review.

The judge’s actions have not gone unnoticed by Trump, who called for Boasberg’s impeachment, leading to a rare rebuke from Chief Justice John Roberts. However, Boasberg, appointed by former President Barack Obama, is no stranger to controversial cases involving the Trump administration. He previously ordered Trump’s Vice President Mike Pence to testify about attempts to overturn the 2020 election results.

Beyond Trump-related cases, Boasberg has a diverse legal background, including ruling on issues like Hillary Clinton’s emails and overseeing an antitrust trial involving Meta Platforms. His career includes serving as a local prosecutor in Washington D.C. and even playing a prosecutor in a play written by former Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy.

Known for his colorful language and pop culture references in legal opinions, Boasberg emphasizes the importance of reputation and credibility in legal proceedings. As a respected figure in the judiciary, Boasberg continues to navigate complex cases with integrity and a commitment to upholding the rule of law.