Bulwark Takes

Trump Doesn’t Want You To Hear This

Apr 23, 2025
Adrian Carrasquillo invites Chris Newman, a lawyer for Kilmer Abrego Garcia and counsel at the National Day Labor Organizing Network, to discuss critical immigration issues. Newman shares firsthand accounts of fighting wrongful deportation and the parallels between U.S. and El Salvadoran political climates. He emphasizes the urgent need for legal advocacy and community support, drawing attention to the dangers posed by current policies. The conversation touches on the moral imperatives of immigration justice and the role of public awareness in driving change.
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ANECDOTE

Immediate Commitment to Kilmar's Case

  • Chris Newman discovered Kilmar's wrongful detention from a news report and immediately committed to the case.
  • Kilmar's situation exposed the harmful effects of immigration policies like Secure Communities under Obama.
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Trip to El Salvador for Kilmar

  • Chris Newman traveled to El Salvador with Senator Van Hollen and other delegates to advocate for Kilmar.
  • He coordinated support for Kilmar's family, including fundraising and local organization involvement.
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Congressional Delegation to El Salvador

  • Chris accompanied multiple members of Congress to El Salvador to investigate Kilmar's situation and secure proof of life.
  • The trip was risky, revealing the absence of U.S. government protection and the harsh realities faced by detainees.
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