Federal Judge Demands Discovery on Trump Administration’s Response in Salvadoran Extradition Case

In a recent development concerning the case of a Maryland man transferred to a Salvadoran megaprison, a federal judge has mandated two weeks of discovery. This involves depositions of at least four officials from the Trump administration. The judge’s decision underscores concerns regarding compliance with her prior order to facilitate the man’s return to the United States. She has expressed dissatisfaction with the current status of the case, noting that “nothing has been done” thus far. This judicial move aims to scrutinize the actions—or inactions—of the administration in adhering to legal directives. For further details, the article discussing the judge’s order is available through Law360.