Venezuela Condemns US Deportations to El Salvador as "Kidnappings" Under Foreign Enemies Act

Venezuela has denounced the deportation of its citizens from the U.S. to El Salvador under the Foreign Enemies Act, calling it a "kidnapping." According to the Trump administration, those deported are allegedly members of the Tren de Aragua criminal gang. Venezuelan officials assert they will work to repatriate all Venezuelans in the U.S. who wish to return, condemning the deportations as a crime against humanity. The White House maintains the deportations are lawful and expresses confidence in winning the legal battle. A U.S. judge has temporarily halted deportations under the act, pending review.