Judge Orders Review of Migrant Deportations to El Salvador
NBC
NBC | Jun 04, 2025
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. government to review the cases of hundreds of migrants deported to El Salvador. The judge cited concerns about due process, specifically regarding migrants sent to a high-security facility known as CECOT. The ruling requires the government to provide these individuals with an opportunity to challenge their detention and deportation. This decision stems from legal challenges related to the Alien Enemies Act, as invoked during the Trump administration.
A federal judge has ruled that the U.S. government must provide a review process for migrants who were deported to El Salvador and sent to the CECOT prison. The judge's order focuses on ensuring that these migrants have the chance to challenge their detention and deportation, addressing concerns about due process rights. The ruling affects those deported under the Trump administration's invocation of the Alien Enemies Act. CECOT is a maximum-security facility in El Salvador, raising further concerns about the conditions faced by the deported migrants. The order compels the government to offer habeas relief, allowing individuals to argue against their detention. This legal challenge highlights ongoing debates about immigration policies and the rights of migrants facing deportation.