Judge Criticizes Trump Administration for Inaction on Wrongful Deportation Case

U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis criticized the Trump administration for failing to comply with a Supreme Court order to facilitate the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was erroneously deported to El Salvador. During a recent court hearing, Judge Xinis expressed frustration over the lack of progress, indicating that the administration had provided no real evidence of efforts to bring Garcia back. The Supreme Court had mandated the government to assist in his release, yet officials argued they lacked the authority to act, which the judge dismissed as insufficient. Xinis has ordered depositions from four Trump administration officials and set a two-week timeline for compliance. The case has sparked protests, highlighting concerns over the administration's adherence to legal rulings and the implications for migrants. Activists argue that this situation exemplifies a broader crisis of rule of law under the current administration.