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Heated Exchange on MS-13 Allegations: Swalwell Grills Noem Over Photo of Deportee

Rep. Eric Swalwell confronts Sec. Kristi Noem during a budget hearing over the authenticity of a photo used to justify Kilmar Abrego Garcia's deportation.


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During a tense House Homeland Security Committee hearing, Rep. Eric Swalwell challenged Secretary Kristi Noem regarding the authenticity of a photo related to deportee Kilmar Abrego Garcia, allegedly altered to depict MS-13 tattoos. Noem evaded confirming if the image was doctored, focusing instead on national security issues. The exchange highlighted ongoing debates over the Trump administration's immigration policies and the accuracy of claims connecting Garcia to gang affiliations. Legal advocacy surrounding Garcia's case continues amidst claims of due process violations.

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced harsh questioning from Democrats regarding her handling of deportations, especially concerning Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose due process rights were allegedly violated, leading to a Supreme Court ruling against the administration's actions.

Democrats criticized Noem for misleading claims about Abrego Garcia being a terrorist and for arguing that deported citizen children were taken under appropriate circumstances, despite contradicting statements from family attorneys and lawmakers.

The hearing also highlighted broader concerns about the Trump administration's approach to immigration enforcement, with calls for more accountability and adherence to judicial rulings.

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