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Supreme Court Orders U.S. to Begin Process of Returning Wrongfully Deported Maryland Man
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Supreme Court has directed the Trump administration to begin efforts to release a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador, despite having legal protection to remain in the United States.
In an unsigned order issued late Thursday, the justices said the government must “facilitate” the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, 29, and ensure his case proceeds as it would have had he never been deported. The Court, however, left it to U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis to clarify how the return should be carried out.
Abrego Garcia was arrested by immigration agents on March 12 in an Ikea parking lot in Beltsville, Maryland, while his young son sat in the back seat. Authorities accused him of being affiliated with the MS-13 gang, though no supporting evidence has been presented. Just three days later, he was deported to El Salvador — despite having a court order that barred his removal.
Once deported, Abrego Garcia was imprisoned at El Salvador’s notorious Terrorism Confinement Center (CECOT), known for harsh conditions and widespread human rights concerns.
The Trump administration later admitted his deportation was an “administrative error,” but argued it lacked authority to bring him back from a foreign country. Judge Xinis ruled on April 4 that the deportation was illegal and ordered the administration to return him by April 7. However, Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts temporarily paused the order for further review.
The Supreme Court agreed with Judge Xinis’ finding but asked her to revise the language in her order — particularly the term “effectuate,” which the justices suggested might overstep judicial bounds in matters of foreign policy. The Court emphasized the executive branch’s authority in international affairs, while still requiring accountability for the unlawful deportation.
“The District Court should clarify its directive, with due regard for the deference owed to the Executive Branch,” the Court stated. It also asked the government to disclose what steps have been taken to return Abrego Garcia and any future plans.
The Justice Department praised the Court’s recognition of presidential powers in foreign affairs, with spokesperson Gates McGavick calling it a reaffirmation that “activist judges” should not interfere in executive functions.
In contrast, Simon Sandoval-Moshenberg, the attorney representing Abrego Garcia’s family, welcomed the decision. “The rule of law prevailed,” he said. “The Supreme Court upheld the order that the government must bring Kilmar home. Now they need to stop wasting time and get moving.”
Abrego Garcia had previously been arrested in 2019, with immigration officials alleging gang ties based on a confidential informant’s tip. He denied the claims, stating he had fled El Salvador as a teenager to escape pressure to join a gang. A judge later granted him a protective order against deportation.
His wife, Jennifer Vasquez Sura, called the ordeal an “emotional rollercoaster” and said the family was clinging to hope.
“I am anxiously waiting for Kilmar to be here in my arms, and in our home putting our children to bed,” she said. “This nightmare is almost at its end, and I will keep fighting until my husband is home.”
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