Justice Department Moves to Deport Human Smuggling Suspect Amid Legal Controversies
Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Justice Department plans to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia on federal smuggling charges in Tennessee before potentially deporting him to a third country, diverging from his native El Salvador. DOJ spokesperson Chad Gilmartin emphasized the severity of the charges against Abrego Garcia, which include child trafficking, stating he "will not walk free in our country again."
Abrego Garcia’s case has attracted significant attention due to his prior deportation and subsequent return to the U.S. to face charges. Federal prosecutor Jonathan Guynn indicated during a court session that no immediate plans exist for Abrego Garcia’s deportation, assuring compliance with court directives. U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis stated she could not act swiftly on an emergency request from Abrego Garcia’s attorneys to relocate him to Maryland for the duration of the trial, given ongoing motions from the Trump administration.
Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident for over a decade, had been deported to El Salvador in March before being returned to the U.S. on June 7. He faces charges linked to a 2022 traffic stop in Tennessee. Legal representatives argue these charges might have been fabricated to justify his earlier deportation.
Additional complexities arise from the government’s acknowledgment that deportation proceedings may also involve removing him to a country other than El Salvador, which could set a precedent in immigration policy. Legal experts note that while the administration can pursue such actions, it would require navigating diplomatic channels.
As Judge Holmes prepares to evaluate the emergency request further, Abrego Garcia’s attorneys remain vigilant, cautioning that rapid deportation could prevent him from contesting the charges. A court hearing addressing these urgent matters is set for July 7.
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