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Judge Extends Order Against Trump's Deportation of Garcia

3/23/2026

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District Judge Paula Xinis extended emergency order blocking the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump from re-detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
Xinis cited the administration's failure to provide valid reasons for removing Abrego Garcia to a third country.
The Department of Justice seeks to dissolve the injunction, arguing it hinders prompt deportation.
Abrego Garcia had been deported to El Salvador and returned to the United States to face human smuggling charges.

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District Judge Paula Xinis extended emergency order blocking the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump from re-detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
Xinis cited the administration's failure to provide valid reasons for removing Abrego Garcia to a third country.
The Department of Justice seeks to dissolve the injunction, arguing it hinders prompt deportation.
Abrego Garcia had been deported to El Salvador and returned to the United States to face human smuggling charges.