Senator Chris Van Hollen just did the unthinkable—he showed up to a Senate hearing ready to fight for a convicted human smuggler linked to MS-13. His prize pick? Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a non-citizen who’s already been legally deported twice and has two removal orders stamped by U.S. judges. In a desperate attempt to look righteous, Van Hollen ended up defending a criminal and getting steamrolled by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem—and yes, we’ll include the full video so you can watch the trainwreck yourself.
Van Hollen Goes Full Open-Borders
Van Hollen strutted into the hearing with a dramatic line of questioning, demanding to know if DHS was “facilitating” the return of Abrego Garcia to the U.S. under a recent 9–0 Supreme Court ruling. What he failed to mention? The Court didn’t say we must bring the guy back—only that if El Salvador chooses to send him here, we’re obligated to offer basic logistical support. But El Salvador already said no. In other words, Van Hollen is mad that Kristi Noem won’t deliver on something that isn’t even happening.
Kristi Noem Keeps It Real
While Van Hollen flailed around quoting Justice Scalia and pretending to defend the Constitution, Noem calmly explained that DHS is, in fact, complying with the ruling. The department will facilitate transportation if El Salvador changes its mind—but they haven’t. And even if they did, Abrego Garcia would be immediately deported again thanks to not one but two final removal orders. Noem also took the opportunity to call out Van Hollen’s bizarre advocacy for a convicted smuggler as “alarming”—and frankly, she was being generous.
The Supreme Court Spoke—And the Left Still Whines
Let’s be clear: the Supreme Court ruled 9–0 that DHS must facilitate the return of Abrego Garcia if El Salvador sends him back. That’s it. Not “go get him,” not “grant him reentry,” and certainly not “cancel his deportation.” And yet here was Van Hollen waving the ruling around like it was a golden ticket, hoping no one would notice the fine print—or the fact that DHS is already in compliance. This is the Left’s latest parlor trick: act like the law says something it doesn’t, then throw a tantrum when someone points it out.
Political Theater at Its Dumbest
Make no mistake: this wasn’t about due process or justice—it was about camera time. Van Hollen even traveled to El Salvador to visit the criminal in person, just to come back and posture in front of the press. It’s pure political theater, the kind that plays well on MSNBC but insults every law-abiding American who’s sick of violent criminals getting more sympathy than our border agents or ICE officers. This guy isn’t a victim—he’s a repeat offender with known gang ties, and Van Hollen wants to make him a cause célèbre.
Why This Exchange Matters
This hearing laid bare a truth we already knew: Democrats like Van Hollen will bend over backward for criminals if it lets them signal their open-border virtue. Meanwhile, people like Kristi Noem are stuck doing the adult job—enforcing immigration law, respecting court rulings, and protecting the American public. Van Hollen’s tirade didn’t reveal a failure of policy; it revealed a failure of basic judgment. And if you need proof, just watch the video. One of these people came prepared. The other came unhinged.
Final Thoughts
Kristi Noem didn’t just stay cool under pressure—she surgically dismantled Van Hollen’s narrative without even raising her voice. The Supreme Court ruling was clear. The facts were clear. The law is being followed. But Van Hollen wanted a moment, and instead he handed conservatives a case study in what not to do when your ideology collides with reality. This wasn’t a win for the Left—it was a viral clip of what happens when you advocate for criminals and get caught.
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