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Over 100 Asylum Seekers Wrongfully Deported, Court Reveals

3/20/2026

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In Baltimore, a federal court hearing revealed more than 100 asylum seekers were wrongfully deported, far higher than earlier estimates.
Immigration officer Kimberly Sicard testified this information emerged recently, triggering concern from U.S. District Judge Stephanie Gallagher.
The judge expressed frustration over the government's failure to produce witnesses with relevant knowledge.
Gallagher demanded accountability from U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration as the hearing continues over the unaccompanied minors asylum settlement.

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In Baltimore, a federal court hearing revealed more than 100 asylum seekers were wrongfully deported, far higher than earlier estimates.
Immigration officer Kimberly Sicard testified this information emerged recently, triggering concern from U.S. District Judge Stephanie Gallagher.
The judge expressed frustration over the government's failure to produce witnesses with relevant knowledge.
Gallagher demanded accountability from U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration as the hearing continues over the unaccompanied minors asylum settlement.