Attorney for Kilmar Abrego Garcia Speaks to Reporters Following Supreme Court Decision
After the United States Supreme Court unanimously affirmed a district judge’s order mandating the swift return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the U.S., attorney Simon Sandoval-Moshenberg of the law firm Murray Osorio addressed reporters about the developments and the next steps the government must take.
Supreme Court Ruling and Specific Demands
In his remarks, Sandoval-Moshenberg explained that following the district judge’s order—and with the Supreme Court’s 9–0 decision upholding it—the government is now under clear obligation to:
Disclose the Location and Custodial Status: The court requires precise details on where Kilmar Abrego Garcia is currently being held and his status under custody.
Report on Actions Already Taken: The government must provide a comprehensive update on what steps have been taken in the period immediately after the order, notably during the interval before the Supreme Court lifted the stay.
Outline Future Steps in Detail: Beyond a general commitment, the government is compelled to specify the concrete measures it plans to implement—including naming the responsible individuals—to ensure Garcia’s prompt return to U.S. soil.
Criticism of the Government’s Handling
Sandoval-Moshenberg criticized the government for its vague and unspecific responses during court proceedings. He stated:
“We cannot accept generic promises without concrete evidence. The government’s refusal to answer straightforward questions about Mr. Garcia’s location, the steps taken so far, and those planned for his return is completely unacceptable.”
He further highlighted that the government’s counsel had yet again presented no substantive answers in court—only vague declarations that did not meet the judge’s clear directive. The attorney stressed that merely asserting that the government intends to comply is insufficient; the process must move forward with demonstrable, daily status updates.
The Path Forward and Enforcement
According to Sandoval-Moshenberg, the district judge has set a strict timeline for the government. Starting as soon as the next day, daily updates must be provided detailing:
The current custodial status of Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
A precise account of every step taken and planned to facilitate his return.
“If these updates lack the necessary detail or fail to show that the government is acting with due urgency, we will promptly request further judicial intervention,” he declared. The attorney was emphatic: the return of Mr. Garcia should not face unnecessary delays, particularly when a mere five-hour flight separates him from re-entry into the United States.
National Implications and the Issue of Due Process
Sandoval-Moshenberg also addressed the broader implications of the case. He noted that the government’s repeated delays and lack of transparency have transformed what should be a routine facilitation of return into a matter of national conce
