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Appeals court tosses contempt finding against Trump administration over prison deportations

Appeals court tosses contempt finding against Trump administration over prison deportations

Summary

A U.S. appeals court has overturned a judge's decision that found the Trump administration in contempt over deportations to El Salvador. The ruling was made by a divided panel of judges in Washington, D.C.

Key Facts

  • An appeals court in Washington overturned the contempt finding against the Trump administration.
  • The case involved deportations to a prison in El Salvador.
  • U.S. District Judge James Boasberg initially found the administration in contempt.
  • Judges Gregory Katsas and Neomi Rao agreed with the decision to overturn the contempt finding.
  • Judge Cornelia Pillard disagreed with the majority decision.
  • The contempt finding was related to actions under the Alien Enemies Act.
  • The Trump administration denied violating the court's order regarding deportations.

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