Judge Reviews Trump Administration's Deportation Compliance Challenge

A U.S. judge is set to deliberate on the Trump administration's alleged failure to update the court regarding the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran man deported despite a protective court order. Critics and legal experts suggest the administration may have defied judicial directives by not communicating with El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele about Garcia's return. Meanwhile, a former DOJ prosecutor warned that if the Supreme Court does not intervene against Trump's deportation orders, it could undermine the rule of law in the U.S. The ongoing legal battles highlight a broader struggle over the balance of power between the executive and judicial branches, with some lawmakers calling for stricter compliance with court orders. Trump has publicly dismissed concerns about the administration's actions, framing inquiries as misguided. The situation raises significant questions about the implications of executive power on immigration policies and individual rights.