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Key FactsVan Hollen Critiques Trump for Disregarding Court Orders
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- Senator Chris Van Hollen accused the Trump administration of disregarding court orders after meeting with wrongly deported Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia in El Salvador.
- A federal appeals court ordered the government to take more action in returning Abrego Garcia, while the White House released negative information about him.
- Van Hollen emphasized that violating one person's rights threatens the rights of all Americans and that the government must respect judicial processes.
- He dismissed criticism from other Democrats, stating that politicians who do not uphold the Constitution do not deserve to lead.
"If you have evidence, take it to the court."— Senator Chris Van Hollen urging the Trump administration to present evidence in court instead of through social media.
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