Maduro’s Bold Claim: US Deportation to El Salvador is ‘Kidnapping

In a recent development, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has condemned the United States’ deportation of over 200 Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador, labeling the action as “kidnapping.” The deportees, accused of being members of the Tren de Aragua gang, were transferred to El Salvador’s high-security Cecot prison after U.S. President Donald Trump invoked the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to expedite their removal.

Maduro’s administration asserts that these individuals were denied due process and has vowed to take all necessary measures to secure their return.

In Caracas, hundreds marched to demand the release of their compatriots, with family members claiming that their loved ones have no criminal affiliations.

The deportations proceeded despite a U.S. federal judge’s order to temporarily halt them, raising concerns about potential constitutional conflicts between the judiciary and the executive branch.

The Cecot prison, known for its harsh conditions, has been criticized by human rights groups for overcrowding and alleged abuses.

This situation has intensified diplomatic tensions, with Maduro’s government accusing the U.S. of violating international norms and pledging to pursue all avenues to bring the deported Venezuelans back home.