Bloomberg Law Trump Won't Help Deported Man & Menendez Brothers Get a Chance
Apr 15, 2025
David Voreacos, a Bloomberg legal reporter, discusses the fallout of a wrongfully deported man and the unexpected stance of both Trump and El Salvador. Trial attorney David Ring dives into the Menendez brothers' chances of leaving prison, exploring the emotional and legal battles surrounding their case. Cybersecurity expert Collin Walke raises alarms about privacy violations in a lawsuit against Weight Watchers, revealing serious concerns about how personal data is mishandled. This episode is a compelling mix of legal intrigue and pressing societal issues.
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Trump Denies Court-Ordered Repatriation
- The Trump administration refuses to act on a Supreme Court order to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia, wrongly deported to El Salvador.
- They argue foreign policy is the president's domain, and El Salvador refuses to send him back.
Abrego Garcia's Deportation Story
- Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an El Salvador migrant with U.S. citizen family, was deported despite a judge ruling he would face persecution.
- He is now imprisoned in El Salvador's notorious gang prison after being labeled an MS-13 member.
Supreme Court Orders Repatriation
- The Supreme Court unanimously ruled the Trump administration must facilitate Abrego Garcia's return after admitting his deportation was wrongful.
- Yet the administration remains silent and refuses to comply citing foreign policy grounds.