In a strong statement, the White House confirmed that Kilmar Ábrego García, a Salvadoran man deported by mistake, will "never live in the United States again." This statement comes in the wake of a contentious legal battle and conflicting narratives surrounding his alleged gang affiliations and domestic violence claims.
White House Affirms No Return for Mistakenly Deported Salvadoran National
White House Affirms No Return for Mistakenly Deported Salvadoran National
The Biden administration maintains that Kilmar Ábrego García, who was wrongfully deported to El Salvador, will not be allowed back in the US, despite judicial orders.
The White House has firmly stated that Kilmar Ábrego García, who was wrongfully deported from Maryland to El Salvador, will not be permitted to return to the United States. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized that he will "never live in the United States of America," despite a Maryland judge's ruling demanding his return based on protections granted prior to his deportation.
Leavitt argued that Mr. Ábrego García is linked to the infamous MS-13 gang, a claim his attorney and family strongly deny. The press secretary further alluded to allegations of domestic violence, referencing a restraining order previously filed by his U.S. citizen wife, Jennifer Vasquez Sura. Vasquez later clarified that the order was more a precautionary measure than a reflection of any ongoing issue in their relationship.
The deportation, which occurred on March 15, 2023, has ignited controversy, leading to a showdown between the executive and judicial branches on immigration enforcement. A recent ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court stipulated that the Trump administration was obliged to facilitate Mr. Ábrego García's re-entry, acknowledging the deportation as an "administrative error," though the White House maintains its own position that no mistake was made.
In a related development, Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen has sought diplomatic channels to address this issue and was reportedly denied access to meet with Mr. Ábrego García during a visit to El Salvador. Following that, Van Hollen publicly condemned the deportation as a violation of legal rights, insisting that García had committed no crimes worthy of such drastic action.
President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador has stated that he lacks the power to return Mr. Ábrego García, further complicating the situation. Additionally, amid the ongoing fallout from the deportation, the White House has faced increased scrutiny, particularly after a family member of a murder victim expressed concerns regarding illegal immigration and its impacts on American citizens.
The political narrative surrounding this incident continues to develop, as lawmakers from different sides push their views on immigration and security, while the White House stands firm on its counterclaims against Mr. Ábrego García.
