Senator Van Hollen’s Mission to El Salvador for Wrongfully Deported Maryland Man

Senator Chris Van Hollen is visiting El Salvador to discuss the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man wrongfully deported and imprisoned. He emphasizes the urgency of securing Garcia’s release as mandated by U.S. federal courts. The visit follows earlier assertions from the Trump administration and President Bukele denying any intent to facilitate Garcia’s return.

U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen is set to travel to El Salvador to engage in discussions with President Nayib Bukele regarding the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident who was wrongfully deported and is currently imprisoned in El Salvador. Senator Van Hollen intends to depart on Wednesday morning amidst ongoing efforts to secure a resolution for Abrego Garcia.

Senator Van Hollen emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, “Following his abduction and unlawful deportation, U.S. federal courts have ordered the safe return of my constituent Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the United States. It should be a priority of the U.S. government to secure his safe release. This trip aims to visit Kilmar and assess his well-being while engaging government officials about his return.”

This visit occurs in light of previous interactions between former President Donald Trump and President Bukele, where it was indicated that Abrego Garcia’s return to the U.S. was not intended. Trump administration officials clarified that Abrego Garcia, currently in a notorious gang prison, is viewed as a citizen of El Salvador and that the U.S. lacks influence regarding his status. President Bukele further remarked, “Of course I’m not going to” permit Abrego Garcia to return to the U.S., arguing that he lacks the authority to do so.

Senator Chris Van Hollen is actively advocating for the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man unjustifiably detained in El Salvador. His discussions with President Nayib Bukele aim to facilitate Garcia’s release after federal court rulings have mandated his return to the U.S. The situation highlights ongoing complexities in U.S.-El Salvador relations, especially relating to deportations.

Original Source: wjla.com