Once intent is expressed, the petition must be filed within 24 hours, Cisneros continued; otherwise, the removal can happen anyway. Newsweek understands that the government cut the time frame down, with 24 hours previously being the period for intention to be declared.

According to ABC News, Maryland District Judge Stephanie Gallagher ruled on Wednesday that the Trump administration must facilitate the return of a man referred to as “Christian” in court records. Christian was one of hundreds of migrants deported to El Salvador and imprisoned in the notorious CECOT mega-prison without due process.

The ruling bars the administration from proceeding with its plans for a so-called End DEI portal and a certification requirement. It applies to any entity with ties to the plaintiff organizations.