US judge rules against Trump admin over wrongfully deported Salvadoran

Feb 18, 2026 United States United States politics
US judge rules against Trump admin over wrongfully deported Salvadoran

US judge rules against Trump admin in case of Salvadoran national wrongfully deported, prohibiting re-detention and calling for his release.

US Judge Rules Against Trump Administration

A federal judge in the United States has ruled that the Trump administration cannot re-detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran national who was wrongfully deported last year. Judge Paula Xinis stated that after a 90-day period, the government failed to present a viable deportation plan.

Abrego Garcia's wrongful deportation and his subsequent return to the US have been widely criticized for their lack of due process and transparency. The ruling is seen as a victory for Abrego Garcia, who has faced numerous challenges in his fight against deportation.

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