Over 230 Venezuelan men deported to El Salvador by the Trump administration endured months of physical and psychological abuse in a maximum-security prison. Despite their release and return to Venezuela, they recount horrific experiences including beatings, threats, and humiliation. The Trump administration's claims that these men were dangerous criminals have been challenged, with investigations revealing many had no U.S. criminal records. The deportees, now home, express relief but remain bewildered and traumatized by their ordeal.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.