VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-18
“This case was initiated vindictively and on instructions from the White House after our client successfully won his ,”
Abrego Garcia's defense team · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-18
Abrego Garcia's defense team told CBS News the case was initiated on instructions from the White House after their client's legal victory.
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