Mexico accepts return of man deported to South Sudan from US
Summary
South Sudan sent Jesus Munoz-Gutierrez back to Mexico after he was deported from the U.S. to South Sudan. Mexico accepted his return, and South Sudan confirmed he was treated well during this process. The case is part of U.S. deportations to third countries, a practice that has faced legal challenges.Key Facts
- Jesus Munoz-Gutierrez was deported from the U.S. to South Sudan on July 5.
- He has now been returned to Mexico, accepted by Mexican officials.
- Munoz-Gutierrez had a life sentence in the U.S. due to a second-degree murder conviction.
- South Sudan said Mexico assured his protection from mistreatment or prosecution upon return.
- Munoz-Gutierrez claimed his deportation to South Sudan was unexpected and said he "felt kidnapped."
- South Sudan is still managing the repatriation of other deportees sent to its territory.
- Rights groups argue that deporting migrants to third countries may break international law.
- Other countries like Uganda, Eswatini, and Rwanda also receive U.S. deportees.
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