Trump Administration Defies Judge, Blocks Deportation Inquiry
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The Trump administration is defying a federal judge's order to provide information on the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia to El Salvador. Judge Paula Xinis accused the administration of bad faith and obstruction, giving them a deadline to comply. The administration filed a sealed motion for a stay, arguing attorney-client privilege and other secrecy rules. The Supreme Court previously ordered Abrego Garcia's return, but the administration claims El Salvador is responsible. Abrego Garcia, who has lived in the US for 14 years, was deported despite a previous ruling against deportation. The administration's actions have drawn criticism for ignoring court orders and potentially creating a constitutional crisis.
The Trump administration is defying a federal judge's order to provide information on the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia to El Salvador. Judge Paula Xinis accused the administration of bad faith and obstruction, giving them a deadline to comply. The administration filed a sealed motion for a stay, arguing attorney-client privilege and other secrecy rules. The Supreme Court previously ordered Abrego Garcia's return, but the administration claims El Salvador is responsible. Abrego Garcia, who has lived in the US for 14 years, was deported despite a previous ruling against deportation. The administration's actions have drawn criticism for ignoring court orders and potentially creating a constitutional crisis.
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