
Judge Orders Trump Administration to Bring Back Maryland Man Mistakenly Deported to El Salvador
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to bring back a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador. The man, a legal permanent resident, was deported despite having a pending U visa application, which grants temporary legal status to victims of crimes who assist law enforcement.
The incident has sparked outrage among immigration advocates, who argue that it highlights the flaws in the current deportation system. The man's attorney stated that the deportation was a clear violation of his client's rights, as he was not given the opportunity to present his case before being removed from the country.
The Trump administration has yet to comment on the judge's order, but immigration rights groups are calling for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the man's deportation. This case has reignited the debate over the need for immigration reform and the protection of legal residents' rights.
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Was a US citizen deported to El Salvador?
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to return a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to a prison in El Salvador. Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was expelled last month along with hundreds of alleged gang members, must be returned to the US by no later than Monday, US District Judge Paula Xinis ordered.
Is Abrego Garcia a gang member?
The White House says Abrego Garcia is a member of the MS-13 gang and that US courts lack jurisdiction over the matter because he is no longer on American soil.