One night in mid-May, some of the Venezuelan migrants deported from the United States to a prison in El Salvador tried to break the locks on their cells with metal rails from their beds. It was a futile gesture of rebellion; no one thought they could escape. Still, punishment was swift. For six consecutive days, the inmates were subjected to lengthy beatings, three inmates told me.
For present purposes it suffices to say that the Secretary has not at this point made a 'strong showing' that her categorical termination of plaintiffs' parole is likely to be sustained on appeal.
Judge Boasberg indicated the potential for criminal contempt charges against Trump administration officials, emphasizing the importance of adherence to judicial orders and the Constitution.
