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Whistleblower Alleges Trump DOJ Misled Court on Deportation

10/21/2025

Summary

Story summary

Erez Reuveni, a whistleblower, said a Trump appointee instructed him to mislead the court about Kilmar Abrego García's ties to MS-13.
He told CBS he was told to argue García should not return to the United States, though the claims were false.
Reuveni said the Trump DOJ violated due process and ignored court orders.
García has been returned to the United States but faces new deportation proceedings.

History

Historical Context

The Trump administration's strict immigration policies, initiated in 2017, led to over 200,000 deportations, often without due process. These actions, including the elimination of protections for sensitive locations, intensified fears within immigrant communities. The administration's approach marked a significant shift from previous policies, reflecting a broader trend of escalating immigration enforcement that has roots in U.S. history dating back to the 1970s.

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Story summary

Erez Reuveni, a whistleblower, said a Trump appointee instructed him to mislead the court about Kilmar Abrego García's ties to MS-13.
He told CBS he was told to argue García should not return to the United States, though the claims were false.
Reuveni said the Trump DOJ violated due process and ignored court orders.
García has been returned to the United States but faces new deportation proceedings.

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