Trump officials' defiance over Maryland man Abrego Garcia deportation 'shocking': appeals court
A federal judge says she will order sworn testimony by Trump administration officials to determine if they complied with her orders to facilitate the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia. He was mistakenly deported to a notorious El Salvador prison last month.

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3 developments- Apr 15, 2025US judge to question Trump officials’ refusal to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia
- Apr 16, 2025Trump officials' defiance over Abrego Garcia's deportation 'shocking': Appeals court
- Apr 18, 2025Court denies White House appeal in Abrego Garcia deportation case
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