Judge Finds US State Secrets Claim 'Inadequate' in Kilmar Abrego Garcia Case

May 17, 2025 United States United States Law & Justice
Judge Finds US State Secrets Claim 'Inadequate' in Kilmar Abrego Garcia Case

A judge ruled the US government's claim of state secrets privilege in the Kilmar Abrego Garcia case is inadequate, posing challenges for withholding info.

Judge Challenges US State Secrets Claim in Kilmar Abrego Garcia Case

A judge has found the US government's assertion of state secrets privilege in the Kilmar Abrego Garcia case to be 'inadequate.' This ruling presents a potential hurdle for the government's efforts to protect information from legal scrutiny.

The case centers on sensitive issues, and the judge's determination suggests a requirement for a stronger justification for withholding information under the state secrets doctrine.

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