Today in Focus Trump’s deportation ‘mistake’: the man trapped in a prison in El Salvador
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Apr 16, 2025 
Maanvi Singh, a dedicated reporter for Guardian US, shines a light on the harrowing case of Kilmar Ábrego García, a victim of a wrongful deportation mistake. The podcast delves into the dire circumstances surrounding García's detention in a notorious Salvadoran prison. Singh discusses the emotional fallout of immigration policies, the legal battles faced by families, and the controversial designation of García as a gang member. The conversation opens a broader dialogue on the inhumane effects of swift deportation policies on vulnerable communities.
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Kilmar's Deportation
- Kilmar Ábrego García was detained by ICE after picking up his son, with no explanation given.
- Within three days, he was deported to El Salvador, leaving his family in the US.
Unjust Deportation
- Kilmar was deported despite having no criminal convictions and unclear reasons for his arrest.
- He was among hundreds deported under Trump's plan, raising questions about due process.
Kilmar's Background
- Kilmar fled gang violence in El Salvador, arriving in the US at 16 and living in Maryland with family.
- He worked as a metal worker, took university classes, and had no criminal record.