In a controversial move, US immigration authorities are seeking to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an El Salvadoran national, to Uganda. This decision has sparked outrage among Abrego Garcia’s defense attorneys, who have labeled it as “vindictive” on the part of President Donald Trump’s administration. The move comes after Abrego Garcia refused a plea deal that would have resulted in his deportation to Costa Rica in exchange for pleading guilty to human smuggling charges.
According to a court filing released on Saturday, Abrego Garcia, who was wrongfully expelled from the US in March before returning and facing detention, is now facing the threat of deportation to Uganda. This development has raised concerns about the potential risks and challenges Abrego Garcia may face if deported to a country where he has no ties.
The case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia highlights the complexities and controversies surrounding US immigration policies and practices. The decision to deport him to Uganda has drawn criticism from various quarters, with many questioning the fairness and legality of the move.
While the US government argues that the deportation is in line with immigration laws and regulations, critics argue that it is a punitive measure that could put Abrego Garcia’s safety and well-being at risk. The case also underscores the broader debate around immigration reform and the treatment of undocumented immigrants in the US.
As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how Abrego Garcia’s legal team and advocacy groups will respond to the deportation threat and what actions they may take to challenge the decision. The case is likely to continue to attract attention and scrutiny in the coming days as it raises important questions about due process, human rights, and the treatment of immigrants in the US.
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1. Internewscast Journal – [Link](https://internewscast.com/local-news/us-plans-to-deport-abrego-garcia-to-uganda/)
2. France 24 – [Link](https://www.france24.com/en/video/20250824-us-seeks-to-deport-migrant-abrego-garcia-to-uganda)
3. Mastodon Social Commentary – [Link](https://mastodon.social/@malaysiakini/115088110531137570)
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