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Salvadoran journalist Mario Guevara, known for documenting immigration raids, has been deported after months in U.S. federal custody. His detention, criticized by press freedom groups like CPJ and ACLU, continued despite a judge ordering his release on bond. Prosecutors dropped criminal charges, but the government argued his live-streaming posed a risk. His case was reopened based on a 13-year-old immigration order, leading to his removal despite having work authorization. Guevara's deportation has sparked concerns about press freedom and government retaliation.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.