Jun 23, 2025 - Politics & Policy

Judge orders Kilmar Abrego Garcia's release before trial

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A protester holds a sign that says "KIDNAPPED BY I.C.E." and "Kilmar Abrego Garcia" with an image of a man deported to El Salvador.

A protester holds a photo of Kilmar Abrego Garcia as demonstrators gather to protest against the deportation of immigrants to El Salvador outside the Permanent Mission of El Salvador to the United Nations on April 24 in New York City. Photo: Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images

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