The convergence of the two judicial rulings, which came within minutes of each other, meant that Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia could soon be released and return to Maryland.

The Maryland father was wrongfully sent to prison in El Salvador, where he says he was tortured.

The convergence of the two judicial rulings, which came within minutes of each other, meant that Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia could soon be released and return to Maryland.

A judge paused Kilmer Abrego Garcia's release from criminal custody after two judges earlier ruled the accused MS-13 gang member should be free awaiting trial.