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Kilmar Abrego Garcia faces dual legal battles as DOJ seeks to reinstate smuggling charges
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· August 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The case originated from a traffic stop and Abrego Garcia's defense team has a different view of the situation. A federal case is under appeal after a judge dismissed charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
A federal case is under appeal after a judge dismissed charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia. He had been accused of illegal activities related to immigration. The government claims the judge made an incorrect decision about the motivations of prosecutors.
The case originated from a traffic stop and Abrego Garcia's defense team has a different view of the situation. They claim the White House was involved in pushing for the case.
Further details about the case and its current status are available, including the appeals court's consideration of whether to reinstate the charges.
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Published: August 18, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
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