U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen will travel to El Salvador to seek the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man wrongfully deported and currently imprisoned there. Van Hollen’s discussions with President Nayib Bukele will emphasize the urgency of securing Garcia’s safe return and his well-being, amidst previous statements opposing his return by U.S. and Salvadoran officials.
U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen has announced his imminent travel to El Salvador, where he intends to meet with President Nayib Bukele regarding the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident who was wrongfully deported and is currently detained in a Salvadoran prison.
The Senator will embark on his journey on Wednesday morning, emphasizing the importance of addressing Abrego Garcia’s situation. He stated, “Following his abduction and unlawful deportation, U.S. federal courts have ordered the safe return of my constituent Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the United States. It should be a priority of the U.S. government to secure his safe release.”
During his visit, Sen. Van Hollen aims to assess Abrego Garcia’s well-being and engage in constructive dialogue with Salvadoran officials regarding his release. He expressed urgency in the matter, stating that the efforts to return Kilmar safely to Maryland must continue.
Sen. Van Hollen’s trip follows previous discussions between President Donald Trump and President Bukele, in which the Salvadoran leader indicated that efforts to return Abrego Garcia to the U.S. would not be realized. Trump administration officials remarked that since Kilmar Abrego Garcia is a citizen of El Salvador, the U.S. has no authority over his circumstances.
Moreover, Bukele dismissed the suggestions of releasing Abrego Garcia, stating, “The question is preposterous. I don’t have the power to return him to the United States.” This situation remains fluid, and updates will be provided as the story develops.
Senator Chris Van Hollen is taking decisive steps to address the wrongful detention of Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador. His visit aims to facilitate discussions with government officials, focusing on securing his safe return to the United States. The case highlights the complexities of international deportation policies and the challenges faced by American citizens detained abroad.
Original Source: wjla.com
