US News Headlines April 14th
The Trump administration and El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele have indicated that they will not return Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador, back to the United States. Despite a Supreme Court ruling ordering the government to "facilitate" his return, Bukele stated that he does not have the power to return Abrego Garcia and would not release him into El Salvador.
The Trump administration has also claimed it is not legally obligated to secure the return of Abrego Garcia, despite the court's ruling. This decision comes as a surprise, given the Supreme Court's order to "facilitate" his return.
In other news, President Donald Trump has suggested that he may deport US citizens who are considered violent criminals to El Salvador. He also met with Bukele at the White House on Monday and urged him to build more mega-prisons in El Salvador to house these individuals.
The Trump administration has faced criticism for its handling of the Abrego Garcia case, with many arguing that it is a clear example of the administration's disregard for human rights and due process.
In related news, Attorney General Pam Bondi stated that if El Salvador decides to return Abrego Garcia, the US would "provide a plane" due to a Supreme Court ruling. However, Bukele has made it clear that he will not order his return.
The situation has sparked widespread outrage and criticism, with many arguing that the Trump administration is trying to circumvent its own laws and obligations.
Other Notable News
- A federal judge has ruled against the Trump administration's efforts to end existing deportation protections for Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, and Venezuelan migrants under a humanitarian relief program.
- The Trump administration has proposed slashing the US State Department budget by nearly half in a move that could drastically reduce US international spending and end its funding for NATO and the United Nations.
- Harvard University has announced that it will not comply with the Trump administration's demands to cut $9 billion from its budget, which includes ending diversity programs and banning masks at campus protests.
- The White House has denied any plans to cut Social Security benefits, despite criticism from Democrats and advocacy groups.