The Trump administration initially stated it was unable to secure the return of Venezuelan detainees held in El Salvador, including Cristian Abrego Garcia. However, it has since facilitated Abrego Garcia's return. El Salvador maintains that the U.S. retains jurisdiction over prisoners held there, contradicting the Trump administration's claims of limited control. A document submitted by the Salvadoran government to the United Nations challenges the White House's assertions regarding the deported Venezuelans. A federal judge overseeing the case has expressed skepticism about the conflicting narratives from El Salvador and the U.S. government. The judge has ordered the Department of Justice to clarify by July 15 how its diplomatic approach aligns with previous court orders, highlighting concerns that the Trump administration has repeatedly ignored court directives related to the detainees' removal and treatment.