Bulwark Takes Trump Backs Down? Abrego Garcia Back in US After Legal Pressure
Jun 6, 2025
Join Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, a senior fellow at the American Immigration Council, as he delves into the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia after wrongful deportation. The conversation navigates the intricate legal battle and the wider implications on due process. They discuss the charges against Garcia, the role of the U.S. government, and the challenges of repatriation. The podcast raises vital questions about justice, political motivations behind extradition, and the complexities of the legal system affecting many in similar situations.
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Backtracking on Deportation Case
- The administration eventually brought Kilmar Abrego Garcia back to the U.S. despite months of denial.
- They framed it as a criminal arrest warrant case, ignoring Supreme Court orders against his deportation.
Bukele's Compliance Was Assumed
- The government admitted Bukele would comply when asked to return Abrego Garcia.
- The prior narrative blaming Bukele's refusal was used as a pretext to avoid compliance with court orders.
U.S. Inaction Prolonged Detentions
- The U.S. government didn't seriously try to bring back Abrego Garcia for months.
- Their inaction denied relief to many others still wrongfully detained in El Salvador.