Government made a deal with Kilmar Abrego Garcia in Costa Rica and now intends to send him to Uganda.
Kilmer Abrego Garcia was released from a jail in Putnam County, Tennessee, on August 22, 2025. His release comes after he was deported to Uganda by the Trump administration, refused a last-minute prison contract, and pleaded guilty to charges related to human smuggling, according to his lawyer’s statement on Saturday. Abrego’s attorneys argue that he […]
Kilmar Abrego Garcia freed from detention in Tennessee
Kilmer Abrego Garcia, recently embroiled in a significant immigration controversy, was released from a Tennessee jail on August 22, 2025. This followed a four-month detention stemming from his arrest while driving to his home in Maryland. Abrego, who is expected to be returned to Maryland under the watch of a private security firm, will also […]
Suspected Gang Member Abrego Garcia Freed From Jail
Release of MS-13 Member Raises Questions Reports indicate that Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a member of MS-13, was released from prison on Friday after spending several months behind bars in Tennessee. He faced human smuggling charges upon reentering the United States in June. His attorney, Shawn Hecker, stated, “Kilmar Abrego Garcia is free today.” Hecker mentioned […]
Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s lawyers aim to have the Tennessee case thrown out, calling it “vindictive prosecution.”
Kilmer Abrego Garcia Seeks Dismissal of Human Smuggling Charges NASHVILLE — Lawyers representing Kilmer Abrego Garcia are urging a federal judge in Tennessee to dismiss the human smuggling charges against him, arguing that the prosecution is a clear case of “selective and hostile prosecution” linked to the Trump administration. In a motion filed on a […]
Kilmar Abrego Garcia will be released from custody within 30 days, marking a setback for the Trump administration.
A federal judge in Nashville decided on Wednesday that Kilmer Abrego Garcia is to be released from criminal custody following a trial concerning human smuggling accusations. This ruling follows a recent Maryland court order that halted immigration enforcement from detaining Abrego after his release in Tennessee related to another matter. Abrego, alongside his legal team, […]
Kilmar Abrego Garcia will stay in jail in Tennessee while the judge considers release arguments.
Abrego Garcia’s Pretrial Status Remains Uncertain Kilmar Abrego Garcia will remain in prison in Tennessee for at least another week as prosecutors argue that his release could pose risks of flight and harm to the community. US District Judge Waverly D. Crenshaw Jr. indicated on Wednesday that he will soon make a decision regarding Abrego’s […]
Judge expected to maintain Abrego Garcia’s detention to avoid rapid deportation
Deportation Proceedings for Kilmer Abrego Garcia GREENBERT, Maryland — U.S. District Judge Paula Sinis seems likely to issue a temporary restraining order to stop the Trump administration from deporting Kilmer Abrego Garcia if he is released from custody next week. Judge Sinis mentioned that, should she grant the restraining order, it would be limited and […]
Court testimony from an ICE official offers limited insights into the agency’s intentions for Abrego Garcia.
Testimony on Deportation of Kilmer Abrego Garcia GREENBERT, Maryland – In a federal court on Thursday, a US immigration officer provided testimony that did not clarify the Trump administration’s strategy for deporting Kilmer Abrego Garcia if he is released from pre-trial custody in Tennessee next week. Thomas Giles, the assistant director of Immigration and Customs […]
Judge rejects effort by Trump administration to throw out Abrego Garcia lawsuit
Federal Judge Denies Trump’s Attempt to Dismiss Abrego Garcia Lawsuit A federal judge in Maryland recently rejected an effort by the Trump administration to dismiss a lawsuit concerning Kilmer Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported. Garcia returned to the United States last month after facing deportation. US District Judge Paula Xinis issued a brief order […]
Judge instructs lawyers in Kilmar Abrego Garcia case to avoid public statements
NASHVILLE — A federal judge overseeing the criminal case against Kilmer Abrego Garcia has instructed his attorneys not to make public comments regarding the case. This directive from U.S. District Judge Waverly Crenshaw followed a request from Abrego’s lawyer. He argued that officials were engaging in “public disparity campaigns” that could sway public opinion and […]