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Trump Administration Faces Legal Scrutiny Over Defiance of Deportation Order

A federal judge investigates whether the administration knowingly violated a court order blocking deportation flights under the Alien Enemies Act.

A mural depicting Venezuelans, whom the U.S. alleged were members of the Tren de Aragua gang and sent to the Terrorism Confinement Center (CECOT) prison in El Salvador, is seen, in Caracas, Venezuela April 2, 2025. REUTERS/Gaby Oraa
Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran national, was identified by his U.S. citizen wife in these videos and images shared by the El Salvador government on March 16, 2025.
US District Court Judge James Boasberg in Washington, DC, on April 2.
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Overview

  • U.S. District Judge James Boasberg is holding a hearing to determine if the Trump administration defied his March 15 order halting deportations and requiring flights to return to the U.S.
  • The administration admitted to deporting Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran man with protected legal status, due to an administrative error but has not attempted to secure his return.
  • The administration has invoked the state secrets privilege to withhold details about the deportation flights, citing national security concerns.
  • Vice President JD Vance defended the deportation of Abrego Garcia, despite court records showing he has no criminal record, drawing criticism for his remarks about the man's character.
  • Critics argue the administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act lacks due process and relies on minimal evidence, such as tattoos and clothing, to identify alleged gang members.