1. United States
2. Fla.
3. Letter

The Supreme Court's unanimous ruling that the Trump administration must take steps to facilitate the return of Kilmar Ábrego García, a man deported to El Salvador due to an admitted "administrative error," is a significant development. Despite the administration's claims about Mr. Ábrego García's alleged gang ties, an immigration judge had previously granted him protection from deportation, recognizing the risks he could face in his home country. The government's disregard for this legal process and the judiciary's authority is deeply concerning. By deporting Mr. Ábrego García so swiftly after his arrest, the administration appears to have violated due process and the rule of law. The Supreme Court has now clearly directed the executive branch to defer to the district court's order and work to bring him back to the United States. Continued defiance of this ruling would undermine the separation of powers and system of checks and balances that are foundational to American democracy. As an elected representative, you have a duty to ensure the president adheres to the Supreme Court's decision and facilitates Mr. Ábrego García's prompt return. Failing to do so would set a dangerous precedent of disregarding judicial authority and could potentially constitute grounds for further congressional oversight or action. Upholding the rule of law and defending the Constitution must take precedence over any administration's unilateral policy objectives.