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Chris Van Hollen: “Today, a federal judge made clear what we have long known: the Department of Justice was engaged in a vindictive…”

On the recordMay 27, 2026
Today, a federal judge made clear what we have long known: the Department of Justice was engaged in a vindictive prosecution against Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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Statement on judge's decision regarding Kilmar Abrego Garcia

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