A federal judge expressed concern over the Trump administration’s handling of the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador last month. The judge questioned a government lawyer about efforts to return Abrego Garcia, who is now in a notorious prison in El Salvador. Despite a Supreme Court ruling ordering his return, the government attorney struggled to provide location information and stated that there was no evidence contradicting the belief that Abrego Garcia was still in El Salvador.
The judge criticized the lack of action taken by the government to facilitate Abrego Garcia’s return, stating that despite clear directives, nothing had been done. The Supreme Court rejected the administration’s appeal on this case, which involved issues of executive branch power over foreign affairs. The court ruled that the government must facilitate Abrego Garcia’s release from custody in El Salvador and ensure his case is handled appropriately.
Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran citizen with an immigration court order preventing his deportation over fears of persecution from local gangs, was deported by mistake. His wife has been advocating for his return, and the judge described the government’s decision to deport him as “wholly lawless.” The 29-year-old had legal permission to work in the U.S. and was pursuing a journeyman’s license. Abrego Garcia’s case highlights the challenges and consequences of immigration policies and the need for accountability and transparency in their execution.
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