Federal judge dismisses human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge has dismissed the human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, citing vindictive prosecution. Abrego Garcia had previously been deported to El Salvador despite a court order protecting him from such action. He was brought back to the U.S. to face charges but has now been released from detention following the dismissal.
- ▪A federal judge dismissed the human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
- ▪The dismissal was granted due to claims of vindictive prosecution.
- ▪Abrego Garcia was previously deported to El Salvador despite a court order barring his deportation.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onFederal judge dismisses human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego GarciaThe judge granted Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss for vindictive prosecution.ByLaura RomeroMay 22, 2026, 3:17 PM0:41Kilmar Abrego Garcia arrives at the federal courthouse, Feb. 26, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn.George Walker IV/APA federal judge on Friday dismissed the criminal human smuggling case brought by the Department of Justice against Kilmar Abrego Garcia. The judge granted Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss for vindictive prosecution.
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