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Justice Department Appeals Dismissal of Smuggling Charges Against Kilmar Abrego Garcia

Federal prosecutors say a judge erred in throwing out smuggling charges tied to a 2022 traffic stop in Tennessee.

Published Aug 18, 2026, 1:37 PM EDT | WFMZZ

The U.S. Department of Justice has appealed a judge’s decision to dismiss smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia. The charges stem from a 2022 traffic stop in Tennessee, and federal prosecutors argue the judge was wrong to toss the case.