Kilmar Abrego Garcia was moved to another prison in El Salvador, Maryland senator says

Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland met with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was wrongfully deported to El Salvador, at a different detention center in Santa Ana. Van Hollen mentioned that conditions at the new facility were better and Abrego Garcia expressed his sadness about being imprisoned despite not committing any crimes. The Trump administration mistakenly sent Abrego Garcia to El Salvador without due process, claiming he was a member of the MS-13 gang. Van Hollen’s visit aimed to ensure Abrego Garcia’s well-being and possible release. The administration continues to appeal court decisions ordering his return to the United States. Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident married to an American citizen, migrated to the U.S. at the age of 16. Van Hollen emphasized the importance of upholding constitutional rights for all individuals in the country. President Bukele of El Salvador jokingly mentioned meeting with Van Hollen over margaritas, a claim refuted by Van Hollen.