The Trump administration announced their appeal against a Maryland judge's order mandating the return of Abrego Garcia, an alleged MS-13 gang member deported to El Salvador. Judge Paula Xinis had ordered Garcia's return by April 7, citing concerns for his safety. The Justice Department's appeal highlights constitutional concerns over court authority in foreign affairs, asserting they cannot compel diplomatic actions. Meanwhile, they clarified steps taken to facilitate Garcia's return, while also underscoring difficulties in enforcing his repatriation from El Salvador.
The federal courts do not have the authority to press-gang the President or his agents into taking any particular act of diplomacy.
Justice Department lawyers claimed they were fulfilling the order to 'facilitate' his return by removing all domestic obstacles for Abrego Garcia.
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