Deportation of Individuals to El Salvador

SOURCE www.npr.org
The Trump administration deported individuals to El Salvador under the Alien Enemies Act 1798, alleging they are part of the gang Tren de Aragua. A soccer player from Venezuela, Jerce Reyes Barrios, was among them. His lawyer argues the evidence presented by DHS, including a tattoo and social media posts, is flimsy and not indicative of gang membership.

Key Points

  • The Trump administration deported individuals to El Salvador under the Alien Enemies Act 1798, alleging they are part of the gang Tren de Aragua
  • Jerce Reyes Barrios, a Venezuelan soccer player, was among the deportees
  • His lawyer argues that the evidence presented by DHS, including a tattoo and social media posts, is flimsy and not indicative of gang membership