Deportation to El Salvador

Lawmakers to Visit El Salvador, Demand Political Prisoner’s Release

Following the Justice Department’s acknowledgment of the erroneous deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia to El Salvador, Senator Chris Van Hollen is leading a bipartisan effort to secure his release. This initiative, which includes potential travel to El Salvador by several Democratic lawmakers, follows President Bukele’s refusal to return Abrego Garcia to the U.S. Despite the Supreme Court’s directive to facilitate Abrego Garcia’s return, the White House has remained inactive, prompting this direct action from Congress. The lawmakers aim to meet with President Bukele to address the situation and emphasize the illegality of Abrego Garcia’s detainment.

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US Citizen Deported to El Salvador Prison: Rally Demands Repatriation

A White House rally, organized by faith leaders and immigrant advocates, demanded the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man wrongly deported to an El Salvadoran prison. Attendees, including Abrego Garcia’s family and Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy, emphasized the administration’s error and called for immediate action to rectify the situation. The rally highlighted the devastating impact on Abrego Garcia’s family and underscored the vulnerability of even law-abiding immigrants. Participants expressed unwavering faith in a positive resolution and a belief that the government should swiftly correct its mistake.

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ICE Admits Wrong Teen Arrested, Orders Deportation Anyway

Nineteen-year-old Merwil Gutiérrez, a Venezuelan asylum seeker with no criminal record, was apprehended in New York by ICE agents despite being mistakenly identified. Despite agents acknowledging their error, he was deported to El Salvador’s notorious CECOT prison, a facility housing gang members. His father, Wilmer Gutiérrez, is desperately seeking his son’s release, highlighting concerns about due process violations and the potential for wrongful deportation. This case underscores broader criticisms of the U.S. deportation process and El Salvador’s human rights record.

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Trump Defiance of Supreme Court Sparks Constitutional Crisis

The Trump administration and Salvadoran President Bukele are both feigning powerlessness regarding the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident wrongly deported to El Salvador’s CECOT prison. Despite a Supreme Court ruling stating the administration must facilitate Abrego Garcia’s release, both leaders claim inability to act, leaving his family separated and highlighting a potential constitutional crisis. This defiance extends to other cases, such as that of Merwil Gutiérrez, a Venezuelan immigrant deported without cause, further illustrating the disregard for legal processes and human rights. The situation exposes a troubling power dynamic where neither government takes responsibility for the individuals unjustly imprisoned.

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Trump Threatens to Send US Citizens to El Salvadoran Prisons

In a White House meeting, President Trump urged El Salvador’s President Bukele to construct five additional prisons to accommodate American criminals. Trump’s proposal disregarded the Supreme Court’s order to return a wrongfully deported American citizen, focusing instead on deporting US criminals to El Salvador. He specifically mentioned “homegrown criminals” and expressed interest in expanding El Salvador’s existing mega-prison, CECOT, as a potential housing solution. This plan, however, hinges on legal feasibility, as Trump acknowledged needing to comply with existing laws.

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Trump Fails to Secure Release of Wrongfully Imprisoned Salvadoran Man

Following a Supreme Court ruling, the Trump administration is obligated to facilitate the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man wrongfully deported to El Salvador. However, Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, citing a lack of authority and accusing Garcia of terrorism, refuses to comply. The Trump administration contends its responsibility is limited to facilitating Garcia’s return, not ensuring it, leaving his fate in El Salvador’s hands. This situation stems from an “administrative error” by the U.S. government, which deported Garcia to a notorious prison despite a protective order allowing him to remain in the U.S.

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El Salvador President Defies US Court, Refuses Deportation Return

President Bukele refused President Trump’s request to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the U.S., citing the absurdity of facilitating the man’s re-entry after his deportation, which the Justice Department admits was erroneous. Despite a Supreme Court order deeming the deportation illegal and directing the administration to facilitate Garcia’s return, administration officials, including Stephen Miller, contradicted the Justice Department’s acknowledgment of error, claiming the deportation was justified. This disagreement stems from conflicting views on Garcia’s alleged MS-13 affiliation and the extent of judicial authority over foreign policy.

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Supreme Court Orders Deportation, But Bukele and Trump Defy Ruling

President Bukele refused to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the United States, defying a Supreme Court order compelling his repatriation. Bukele, meeting with President Trump, argued that returning Abrego Garcia, who was deported due to an administrative error, was impossible and would undermine El Salvador’s security gains. The Trump administration, while acknowledging the error, similarly claimed a lack of legal obligation to facilitate Abrego Garcia’s return. The Supreme Court upheld the lower court’s order, demanding updates on the situation from the administration. Despite this, Bukele asserted he would not comply.

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Salvadoran President Defies US Court, Refuses to Return Wrongfully Deported Man

Salvadoran President says he won’t return wrongly deported man back to the U.S. This situation highlights a deeply troubling development in the handling of deportation cases, raising serious questions about due process and the rule of law. The refusal to return a man wrongly deported underscores a breakdown in international cooperation and accountability.

The core issue centers on a legal resident deported to El Salvador despite a Supreme Court ruling deeming the deportation improper. This blatant disregard for a court order points to a larger pattern of circumventing legal processes. The president’s statement that he won’t return the man suggests a lack of willingness to cooperate with U.S.… Continue reading

Rubio Defends Sending 10 More Migrants to El Salvador Amid Due Process Concerns

Rubio says another 10 people have been sent to El Salvador. This action raises serious concerns, especially considering a recent court ruling emphasizing the importance of due process for individuals facing deportation. The lack of transparency surrounding these transfers, and the apparent disregard for legal precedent, is deeply troubling.

Rubio says another 10 people have been sent to El Salvador, prompting outrage and questions about the legality and morality of the operation. The secrecy surrounding the identities and backgrounds of those deported, combined with the absence of clear legal justification, fuels concerns about potential human rights violations.

Rubio says another 10 people have been sent to El Salvador, despite a Supreme Court ruling seemingly prohibiting such actions without ensuring due process.… Continue reading