Trump Admin Defends Deporting MS-13 Leader to El Salvador Amid Backlash Over Arrest Order
The Trump administration is standing by its decision to deport accused MS-13 leader Kilmer Armado Abrego Garcia back to El Salvador despite widespread backlash. The move has sparked criticism from lawmakers and advocacy groups who argue that it could embolden the gang's activities in the US.
The Trump administration has defended its decision to deport Kilmer Armado Abrego Garcia, an accused MS-13 leader from El Salvador, despite backlash following a report that federal attorneys said they were forced to drop charges against him due to concerns about his deportation. The administration maintains that Garcia's removal is 'in the best interests of national security'. Critics argue that his deportation could put him and others at risk in his home country. The move has sparked controversy over the administration's handling of deportations.
