Overview

• A two-year-old U.S. citizen, identified as V.M.L., was deported to Honduras with her mother and sister, raising serious due process concerns.
• U.S. District Judge Terry Doughty expressed 'strong suspicion' that the deportation occurred without proper legal procedures and scheduled a hearing to address the matter.
• The government claims the mother consented to the child accompanying her, citing a handwritten note, but the court has not verified its authenticity.
• V.M.L.'s father, who sought custody, was only allowed a brief, one-minute phone call with the mother and could not make arrangements before the deportation.
• The case highlights broader concerns over the Trump administration's use of expedited deportation policies, including potential constitutional violations and risks to vulnerable populations.