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Democrats Face Backlash for Supporting MS-13 Release

4/22/2025

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Democratic leaders, led by Sen. Chris Van Hollen, are under fire for advocating the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an MS-13 gang member, while seemingly ignoring the safety concerns of their constituents. Critics are outraged, citing a troubling pattern of violence linked to illegal immigrants, leaving El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele unimpressed with the situation.

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Story summary

Democratic leaders, led by Sen. Chris Van Hollen, are under fire for advocating the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an MS-13 gang member, while seemingly ignoring the safety concerns of their constituents. Critics are outraged, citing a troubling pattern of violence linked to illegal immigrants, leaving El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele unimpressed with the situation.