Attorneys for Kilmar Abrego Garcia have asked a federal judge in Maryland to order his return to that state when he is released from jail in Tennessee, an arrangement that would prevent likely attempts by immigration officials to quickly deport Abrego Garcia.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia's lawyers have asked a federal judge in Tennessee to delay his release from jail because of “contradictory statements” by President Donald Trump's administration over

Abrego Garcia asked a judge to order his return to Maryland and avoid ICE detention, but the DOJ argued sanctions were unwarranted due to good-faith efforts.