Washington D.C. - A federal judge has directed the government to release detailed information regarding two deportation flights to El Salvador. Judge James Boasberg issued the order, demanding precise times for key stages of the flights. The information sought includes the departure time from U.S. soil, the time the planes exited U.S. airspace, and their arrival time in El Salvador.
The request stems from an ongoing legal challenge questioning the legality and procedures surrounding these deportations. Attorneys involved in the case argue that the government's transparency is essential to ensuring due process and protecting the rights of those being deported.
Judge Boasberg's order underscores the judiciary's role in overseeing immigration enforcement and holding the government accountable for its actions. The information provided by the government will likely play a significant role in the continuing legal proceedings and could set a precedent for future deportation cases.
Judge Orders Government to Disclose Deportation Flight Details
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. government to provide specific details about two recent deportation flights to El Salvador. Judge James Boasberg wants to know the exact times the planes departed from the U.S., left U.S. airspace, and landed in El Salvador. This information is crucial for an ongoing legal case challenging the legality of these deportations. The judge's order aims to ensure transparency and accountability in the deportation process.