Kilmar Abrego Garcia , a longtime legal resident of the United States, was wrongfully deported to El Salvador in March 2025, despite a court order that should have protected him from removal. His case quickly drew national attention, sparking bipartisan criticism of the Trump administration over what many are calling a major immigration misstep. As questions swirl about how such an error occurred, many are also asking: why was Abrego Garcia detained in the first place—and what led to his controversial deportation?

Here’s everything to know about his case, including why Abrego Garcia was deported, where he is now, and more updates.

Who Is Kilmar Abrego Garcia?

Abrego Garcia is a 30-year-old El Salvadoran citizen and a legal Maryland resident. Up until March 2025, he was living in t

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