Maryland Democrat fumes he was denied access to deported illegal migrant in El Salvador

Maryland Congressman Glenn Ivey recently returned from a trip to El Salvador, where he attempted to meet with deported illegal migrant and suspected MS-13 gang member Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Unfortunately, Ivey was unsuccessful in his efforts and was met with bureaucratic hurdles that prevented him from checking on Abrego Garcia’s welfare.

During a press conference after his return, Ivey expressed his disappointment and anger at being stonewalled in his attempts to see Abrego Garcia. He had arranged to meet with him in prison but was told he needed to obtain a permit from a location 90 minutes away, which ultimately blocked his plans. Ivey described the treatment he received as a clear runaround and not how a foreign government should be treating a delegation from the United States.

The purpose of Ivey’s trip was to confirm Abrego Garcia’s condition, location, and ensure he receives due process in U.S. courts. Several other Democrats, including Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen, have also tried to meet with Abrego Garcia and criticized the lack of due process extended to him.

Abrego Garcia was deported to El Salvador in March and sent to a high-security prison known to handle violent gang members. The Trump administration has presented court and police documents linking Abrego Garcia to illegal activities, including connections to MS-13 and allegations of domestic violence.

Court records show that Abrego Garcia’s wife, Jennifer Vasquez Sura, filed a protective order against him in 2020, citing verbal and physical abuse. Despite these allegations, some Democrats and left-wing media outlets have portrayed Abrego Garcia as a wrongly deported “family man.”

During his visit to El Salvador, Ivey also highlighted the plight of over 250 Venezuelans who were jailed in the country after being deported from the U.S. He claimed that around 50 of them had no criminal records and were sent to a country where they had no pending offenses. Ivey criticized this practice as un-American and called for a change in policy.

Overall, Ivey’s trip to El Salvador shed light on the complexities of immigration issues and the challenges faced by deported individuals. The situation surrounding Abrego Garcia remains controversial, with differing perspectives on his deportation and treatment in El Salvador. As the debate continues, it is essential to consider all aspects of the issue and work towards fair and just solutions for all parties involved.