A Texas federal judge, Keith P. Ellison, ordered the Trump administration to enable communication between a deported Venezuelan man, Widmer Josneyder Agelviz Sanguino, and his legal team, marking a significant step in ongoing legal challenges surrounding the use of the Alien Enemies Act for deportations to El Salvador. This ruling comes amid a broader context where men—including Agelviz—were deported without notice to CECOT, a supermax prison known for human rights violations, which typically limits any outside contact for inmates.
Agelviz was detained following his arrival in the U.S. as part of a refugee resettlement program, having undergone extensive vetting. Authorities cited a tattoo on his arm, associated with the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, as a reason for his detention, despite there being no criminal record or further evidence linking him to gangs. His mother, Lisbeth Sanguino, firmly refutes these claims, emphasizing her son’s innocence.
The judge’s order requires the federal government to confirm Agelviz’s location within 24 hours and restore communication with his attorneys within 48 hours. Advocates argue that many other deportees, like Agelviz, have no criminal background and question the validity of the government’s claims regarding gang affiliations.
The administration is expected to appeal this decision, continuing the contentious debate over deportations and due process rights for asylum seekers. As families like Sanguino’s remain in anguish over their lack of contact with loved ones, the situation calls attention to the complexities and potential injustices within U.S. immigration enforcement practices. The plight of these individuals raises concerns regarding their treatment and the legal framework governing their deportations.
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