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Judge Blocks Deportation of Salvadoran Immigrant Amid Legal Battles

4/17/2026

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The Trump administration has attempted to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran immigrant, to Liberia after failed expulsion efforts.
Abrego Garcia has lived in the United States for years and faces legal battles, including a criminal case.
His attorney says the deportation actions stem from a vindictive campaign for resisting removal.
A judge blocked deportation, calling the attempts unrealistic while he is prosecuted; a hearing is set for April 28.

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Story summary

The Trump administration has attempted to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran immigrant, to Liberia after failed expulsion efforts.
Abrego Garcia has lived in the United States for years and faces legal battles, including a criminal case.
His attorney says the deportation actions stem from a vindictive campaign for resisting removal.
A judge blocked deportation, calling the attempts unrealistic while he is prosecuted; a hearing is set for April 28.