Anderson Cooper 360 Trump Says He "Could" Return Abrego Garcia To U.S., But Refuses
May 1, 2025
President Trump asserts he could help a wrongfully deported man return to the U.S. but has opted not to comply with court orders. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Marco Rubio hints at defying the judiciary altogether. The podcast also highlights a troubling incident involving high school lacrosse players accused of severe hazing, raising questions about accountability and youth culture. These stories intertwine with discussions on cabinet loyalty, media dynamics, and the implications of political defiance against judicial rulings.
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Defiance Against Supreme Court Order
- The Trump administration showed defiance to a 9-0 Supreme Court ruling to bring back Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
- Despite the president's acknowledgment of power to act, no genuine efforts are being made to return him from El Salvador.
Financial Factor in Deportation
- Paying El Salvador to keep Abrego Garcia incarcerated reveals a financial barrier to his return.
- The U.S. could stop payments to compel El Salvador to repatriate him for due process.
New Deportation Countries Considered
- The administration is considering Libya and Rwanda as new, distant deportation destinations for migrants with criminal records.
- These proposals face legal challenges and appear more deterrent than practical due to poor human rights reputations.