A federal judge has issued a scathing assessment of the Trump administration, finding "probable cause" that it is in criminal contempt of court for its handling of deportation flights to El Salvador. Judge James Boasberg criticized the government's failure to adhere to a court order that temporarily halted these flights.
The judge's finding came after the administration released new documents related to Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a man recently deported to El Salvador. The White House asserts that these documents demonstrate Garcia's affiliation with the MS-13 gang. However, the timing of the document release and the alleged violation of the court order have raised serious concerns.
"Probable cause exists to find the Government in criminal contempt," Judge Boasberg wrote in his ruling. The legal ramifications of this finding could be significant, potentially leading to further investigations and sanctions. The case highlights the ongoing tensions between the judiciary and the executive branch regarding immigration enforcement policies.
Judge: Trump Admin Likely in Criminal Contempt Over Deportation Flights
A federal judge has found "probable cause" that the Trump administration is in criminal contempt of court for allegedly violating an order to halt deportation flights to El Salvador. Judge James Boasberg criticized the government's failure to comply with the court order. The ruling follows the release of documents by the administration regarding Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was deported to El Salvador. The White House claims these documents show Garcia's ties to the MS-13 gang.
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