Relatives of Venezuelan immigrants recently deported from the United States expressed anguish and shock upon discovering their loved ones had been sent to a notorious mega-prison in El Salvador after they were recognized in a social media video. The families deny any connections to the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, which have been used as grounds for their quick deportations under the rarely used Alien Enemies Act of 1798. The families claim that their loved ones have been falsely accused and targeted due to their tattoos.
The White House defended the deportations, stating they were confident in intelligence assessments on gang affiliations, and emphasizing the rule of law. Family members of the deported immigrants were devastated to see their loved ones in the video being subjected to harsh treatment in preparation for prison.
Several families believe their relatives were unjustly accused of gang connections. One family mentioned that their relative was entering the US to escape harassment in Venezuela and was mistakenly detained due to his tattoos. An attorney representing another individual facing deportation to El Salvador expressed shock and confusion at the handling of the case.
The Venezuelan government has condemned the detention of its citizens in El Salvador, urging the international community to be vigilant against such practices that violate human dignity and international rights. A federal judge has questioned the timing and circumstances of the deportations, seeking further details on the flights and individuals deported solely under the Alien Enemies Act.
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