MD Attorney General Anthony Brown issued the following statement on the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia: “I welcome the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the United States in accordance with the Supreme Court’s clear directive to facilitate his return. His deportation in March 2025, in direct violation of a 2019 federal court order, was unlawful and deeply concerning […] It is also worth noting that discussions of possible criminal charges only emerged after Mr. Abrego Garcia’s wrongful removal. If those concerns were credible and supported by evidence, they should have been addressed through lawful means before violating a standing judicial order […] This case is a sobering reminder that no one—not even the Executive Branch—is above the law. Upholding the integrity of our courts and respecting their authority is essential to the health of our democracy.” – AG Brown