A federal judge has asked attorneys to identify witnesses and offer plans for how to conduct a contempt probe of the Trump administration for failing to turn around planes carrying Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador in March.
Sudhin ThanawalaFILE - As prisoners stand looking out from a cell, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks during a tour of the Terrorist Confinement Center in Tecoluca, El Salvador, March 26, 2025.
– A federal judge Wednesday asked attorneys to identify witnesses and offer plans for how to conduct a contempt probe of the Trump administration for failing to turn aroundU.S. District Judge James Boasberg in Washington said a ruling Friday by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit gave him the authority to proceed with the inquiry, which will determine whether there is sufficient evidence to refer the matter for prosecution.On March 15, Boasberg ordered the aircraft carrying accused gang members to return to the U.S., but they landed instead in El Salvador, where the migrants were held at a notorious prison. “I am authorized to proceed just as I intended to do in April seven months ago,” the judge said during a hearing Wednesday. He added later, “I certainly intend to find out what happened on that day.” Boasberg said having witnesses testify under oath appeared to be the best way to conduct the contempt probe, but he also suggested the government could provide written declarations to explain who gave orders to “defy” his ruling. He said he wanted to start any hearings Dec. 1. The Trump administration has denied any violation, saying the judge’s directive to return the planes was made verbally in court but not included in his written order. U.S. Justice Department attorney Tiberius Davis told Boasberg the government objected to further contempt proceedings. Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.4 Your Neighborhood: Lady Jane Shrimpin' ExcursionsJSO addresses social media rumors of serial killer in JacksonvilleRichard's Swing Makeover Pt. 10: It's time to paint!Hometown ESPN analyst gets greenlight to build 20K square foot fitness facility in St. Johns CountyHometown ESPN analyst gets greenlight to build 20K square foot fitness facility in St. Johns CountyThe Weather Authority breaks down the numbers for our ongoing drought1:09River City Guide: Northeast Florida events to get you moving from Nov. 20 - Nov. 23Family identifies woman found dead under Blanding Boulevard bridgeDry spell continues across Northeast Florida, Southeast GeorgiaMore than 120 children rescued in 'Operation Home for the Holidays'The Ultimate TAILgate: Jax animal services hosts pet adoption ahead of Jags gameChristmas tree lighting at Nights of LightsCar narrowly missing sleeping child after crashing into apartment | 'Didn't know what to think'Difference between a 30 and 50 year mortgageVictim's family relieved after Palatka woman sentenced in 2022 fatal stabbingLocal Tiktok creator helps fuel Dachshund adoption waveNights of Lights returns this weekendBillboard honors Jacksonville man who was murdered in 2020Jacksonville grocer reports weekly loss of up to $25K amid SNAP delaysFree Food at Trout River Food Truck Park for those affected by SNAP delaysNew details on Jacksonville area crime spree that affected multiple businessesCity of Jacksonville working to address high cost, lack of availability when it comes to child careCity of Jacksonville working to address high cost, lack of availability when it comes to child careJFRD works to put out boat fire in Ortega River; no injuries reported
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