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Judge Halts Discovery in Deportation Lawsuit Against Trump

4/25/2025

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A federal judge has put the brakes on discovery in Kilmar Abrego Garcia's lawsuit against the Trump administration, reversing a previous order for quick proceedings. Judge Paula Xinis slammed the administration for hindering the process. Abrego Garcia, who was deported to El Salvador amid gang affiliation claims he denies, faces opposition from El Salvador's President regarding his return to the US.

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A federal judge has put the brakes on discovery in Kilmar Abrego Garcia's lawsuit against the Trump administration, reversing a previous order for quick proceedings. Judge Paula Xinis slammed the administration for hindering the process. Abrego Garcia, who was deported to El Salvador amid gang affiliation claims he denies, faces opposition from El Salvador's President regarding his return to the US.