A U.S. federal judge has demanded the Trump administration return a suspected MS-13 member who was deported to El Salvador, calling the move illegal and unjustified.
Federal Judge Orders Trump Team to Return Deported MS-13 Suspect
Ruling Sparks Legal Showdown Over Immigration and Due Process
In a bold legal move, a federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to return a suspected MS-13 gang member who was deported to El Salvador just days ago.
The judge ruled that the deportation was carried out illegally and violated the suspect’s right to due process. The order demands that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) work with Salvadoran authorities to bring the individual back to the United States immediately.
“This removal was unlawful,” the judge said. “The government ignored its legal responsibilities.”
Who Is the Deported Suspect?
While the individual’s name is being withheld due to ongoing legal proceedings, court documents reveal that he was:
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Awaiting a final asylum hearing
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Accused of gang ties but never formally charged or convicted in the U.S.
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Deported under expedited procedures that his legal team argues violated federal immigration law
The Trump administration, known for its hardline immigration stance, has repeatedly used fast-track deportations for suspected gang members. But this ruling could set a new legal precedent for how such cases are handled.
Backlash and Political Fallout
Critics say this case highlights the dangers of rushing deportations without full legal review.
Immigration advocates cheered the decision, calling it a win for human rights.
Meanwhile, Trump supporters argue the suspect should not be allowed back into the country at all, citing national security concerns.
The Department of Justice has not yet announced if it will appeal the decision. However, sources suggest the case could end up in higher federal courts—possibly even the Supreme Court.
