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Judge Slams Trump Administration Over Asylum Seeker Deportation

11/22/2025

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Judge Criticizes Administration

U.S. District Judge Stephanie Gallagher criticized the U.S. President Donald Trump's administration for inadequate steps to return Cristian.
Cristian, a Venezuelan asylum-seeker, was deported under the Alien Enemies Act.
She said the government failed to comply with her orders.
In a related matter, Rep. Chrissy Houlahan filed a complaint about death threats against Democratic members.
The Kilmar Abrego Garcia case showed the administration lacked evidence of a final removal order.

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Comey Indicted Again

The grand jury confirmed the indictment of former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey on two counts of false statements and obstruction.
Interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan submitted a transcript clarifying the grand jury properly voted on indictment.
The defense argues the prosecution is politically motivated, citing U.S. President Donald Trump’s animus toward Comey.
Judge Michael Nachmanoff reviews motions to dismiss; January 2026 trial could be affected.

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Judge Criticizes Administration

U.S. District Judge Stephanie Gallagher criticized the U.S. President Donald Trump's administration for inadequate steps to return Cristian.
Cristian, a Venezuelan asylum-seeker, was deported under the Alien Enemies Act.
She said the government failed to comply with her orders.
In a related matter, Rep. Chrissy Houlahan filed a complaint about death threats against Democratic members.
The Kilmar Abrego Garcia case showed the administration lacked evidence of a final removal order.

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