Breaking news: Judge scolds government for doing ‘nothing’ to return deported man

The man was wrongly flown to a prison in El Salvador.

View in browser April 15, 2025, 5:53 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Haiyun Jiang for The New York Times Judge Scolds Government for Doing 'Nothing' to Return Deported Man A federal judge rebuked the Trump administration during a hearing on the case of a man who was wrongly flown to a prison in El Salvador, saying it had done "nothing" to bring him back despite court orders to "facilitate" his return. Follow live updates More coverage Analysis President Trump is growing increasingly combative in his showdowns with the courts. → President Trump is threatening Harvard's tax-exempt status. → Marjorie Taylor Greene bought tens of thousands of dollars in stock shortly before the tariff pause. → Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018