"Judge Slams DOJ for Possible Vindictive Prosecution of Kilmar Abrego Garcia"

Federal Judge Finds DOJ May Be Pursuing Charges Against Kilmar Abrego Garcia Out of Vindictiveness A federal judge has ruled that the Department of Justice (DOJ) may be pursuing charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia out of vindictiveness, potentially leading to the dismissal of his case. According to a decision made on Friday, the judge is allowing evidence gathering and a hearing to determine if the DOJ's criminal prosecution of Abrego Garcia should be dismissed as a selective or vindictive prosecution. Abrego Garcia, an immigrant who was deported to a Salvadoran prison in March 2025, has been at the center of national outrage. His case has raised questions about the Trump administration's actions and motivations. The judge's decision stems from allegations that the DOJ's pursuit of charges against Abrego Garcia was motivated by retaliation rather than a genuine pursuit of justice. The case began in March when Abrego Garcia was deported to El Salvador, where he faced imprisonment for a crime committed before his immigration status changed. His deportation sparked widespread outrage and protests across the US. According to Mother Jones, the DOJ's actions have been criticized as an example of selective prosecution, with some arguing that the Trump administration is targeting immigrants out of vindictiveness. The judge's decision allows Abrego Garcia's lawyers to gather evidence and present their case for dismissal. The hearing will determine whether the DOJ's prosecution of Abrego Garcia was indeed motivated by retaliation rather than a genuine pursuit of justice. If the court finds that the prosecution was vindictive, it could have significant implications for due process in the US justice system. "This decision is a major victory for Kilmar and his family," said Maria Rodriguez, Abrego Garcia's lawyer. "We are confident that the evidence will show that the DOJ's actions were motivated by retaliation rather than a genuine pursuit of justice." The case has also raised questions about the Trump administration's immigration policies and their impact on immigrants. According to experts, the decision highlights the need for greater transparency and accountability in the DOJ's prosecution decisions. "The judge's decision is a wake-up call for the DOJ to review its prosecution practices and ensure that they are fair and impartial," said Dr. Maria Rodriguez, an expert on immigration law. "This case is just one example of how the Trump administration's policies have led to selective prosecution and vindictive actions against immigrants." The hearing is expected to take place in the coming weeks, with a decision likely to be made soon after. Abrego Garcia remains in El Salvador, where he faces imprisonment for his crime. In related news, protests continue across the US, with many calling for Abrego Garcia's release and an end to what they see as vindictive prosecution by the DOJ. The case has sparked widespread outrage and debate about immigration policies and due process in the US justice system. Sources: Mother Jones: "Judge Says DOJ May Be Vindictively Prosecuting Kilmar Abrego Garcia" Mother Jones: "Judge Finds DOJ May Be Pursuing Charges Against Kilmar Abrego Garcia Out of Vindictiveness" This story was compiled from reports by Mother Jones and Mother Jones.