Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a migrant whose deportation was previously halted, has been released from custody as US immigration officials prepare for a second attempt to remove him from the country.
Garcia, whose case has drawn attention amid ongoing debates over US immigration enforcement, was initially detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) before a court intervention temporarily blocked his removal.
Legal Battle Over Deportation
The release comes after a prolonged legal battle, with advocates arguing that Garcia faced significant risks if returned to his home country. His lawyers successfully delayed the first deportation attempt, citing humanitarian concerns.
However, ICE has now confirmed that Garcia will be processed for removal once again, though no specific timeline has been provided.
Public and Political Reaction
The case has reignited discussions about US immigration policy, with critics accusing the Biden administration of inconsistent enforcement. Meanwhile, immigrant rights groups have called for greater protections for individuals like Garcia.
"This is yet another example of the broken immigration system," said one advocate. "People are caught in legal limbo, facing deportation to dangerous situations."
Authorities have not disclosed Garcia's current whereabouts but confirmed that he remains under supervision pending further proceedings.
