A federal appeals court has ruled that the U.S. Sentencing Commission did not have the authority to implement a policy allowing judges to consider changes in law as 'extraordinary and compelling' reasons for early prisoner release. This ruling comes as the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to review a case regarding the appeals process for non-citizens facing deportation. Specifically, the Court will examine whether federal appeals courts can assess appeals from non-citizens who claim they will face death or torture upon deportation if these appeals are filed more than 30 days after a removal order is issued. The case involves a Jamaican man who missed the 30-day deadline to appeal his removal order, raising questions about the judiciary's power to review his claim of credible fear of deportation. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for the deportation appeals of illegal immigrants.