A Texas federal judge, Keith P. Ellison, ordered the Trump administration to facilitate communication between Widmer Josneyder Agelviz Sanguino, a 24-year-old Venezuelan man deported to a supermax prison in El Salvador, and his lawyers. This unprecedented order arose amid an escalating legal conflict over the administration’s use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans to a facility known for human rights violations. The order compels the government to confirm Agelviz’s location within 24 hours and to ensure attorney-client communication within 48 hours.
Agelviz, who was detained after arriving in the U.S. under a refugee program, was transported to El Salvador due to a tattoo interpreted by immigration agents as gang affiliation with Tren de Aragua, although he has no criminal record or additional evidence linking him to gang activities. His mother, Lisbeth Carolina Sanguino, emphasized that her son is not a criminal, expressing concern over his welfare and lack of communication since his deportation.
The Trump administration plans to appeal the ruling, contending that it lacks the jurisdiction to facilitate such contacts. Advocates for the detained Venezuelans claim that many had no criminal backgrounds and argue that their abrupt deportations violated due process rights.
Human rights groups note that the refugee vetting process is thorough, involving extensive background checks before approval. Despite a White House statement asserting the gang’s violent nature, no unequivocal evidence has been presented linking deported individuals to criminal activities.
The ongoing legal battles reflect significant concerns about the treatment and legal rights of individuals facing deportation, particularly within the context of U.S. immigration policies that are increasingly scrutinized for issues of due process and human rights violations.
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