Deported illegal alien and suspected MS-13 gang member transferred from notorious El Salvadoran mega-prison
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Abrego Garcia Relocated From El Salvador's CECOT Prison
Above: Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) talks with Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia (L) in an undisclosed location in San Salvador, El Salvador, on April 17, 2025, according to this handout from his office. Image copyright: Sen. Van Hollen's Office/Handout/Getty Images News via Getty Images
The Spin
Democratic narrative
The deportation represents a clear violation of constitutional due process rights, as Abrego Garcia had legal protection from deportation and was removed without proper hearing or evidence of wrongdoing — setting a dangerous precedent that threatens the fundamental rights of all U.S. residents.
Republican narrative
Abrego Garcia is a confirmed MS-13 gang member who poses a serious security threat, was in the country illegally, and belongs in El Salvador where he can no longer endanger American communities, making his deportation a necessary measure to protect public safety.