Contempt Order Sought to Return Wrongfully Deportated Maryland Man
The lawyer representing Kilmar Albrego Garcia, a Maryland man wrongly deported to El Salvador, believes a contempt order might be the only way to secure his return. This isn’t simply a legal matter; it speaks to the very foundation of our justice system and the power – or lack thereof – it holds against those who disregard court rulings. The situation highlights a chilling disregard for due process and the rule of law.
Garcia, who had protected status in the U.S. and no criminal record, was accused of gang affiliation by the Trump administration without any evidence. He was arrested, denied legal counsel, and deported to a notoriously brutal Salvadoran prison—all without ever facing a judge or trial.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood