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DHS Officials' Flawed Claims Spark Concerns Over Garcia's Safety

7/10/2025

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Top DHS officials, led by Vice President JD Vance, attempted to brand Abrego Garcia as an MS-13 leader, despite a lack of solid evidence. An ICE official labeled him a "verified member," relying on dubious sources. Internal emails surfaced, revealing worries about the potential dangers of making unfounded assertions about Garcia's safety in a Salvadoran prison.

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Top DHS officials, led by Vice President JD Vance, attempted to brand Abrego Garcia as an MS-13 leader, despite a lack of solid evidence. An ICE official labeled him a "verified member," relying on dubious sources. Internal emails surfaced, revealing worries about the potential dangers of making unfounded assertions about Garcia's safety in a Salvadoran prison.