A federal judge dismissed the Justice Department's human-smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego García on May 23, 2026. The judge ruled that the case was improperly initiated by the Trump administration as a form of punishment against García for his previous legal successes.
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Federal Judge Dismisses Human-Smuggling Case Against Kilmar Abrego García
On May 23, 2026, a federal judge dismissed a human-smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego García, stating that the case was improperly brought by the Trump administration as a punitive measure. The ruling highlights concerns regarding the motivations behind the prosecution.
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Judge drops criminal case against Kilmar Abrego García, deeming it vindictive - The Washington Post
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Federal Judge Dismisses Human-Smuggling Case Against Kilmar Abrego García
