How did Judge James Boasberg characterize the government's conduct in the Venezuelan deportation case?

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In April 2025, Judge Boasberg found probable cause that government officials, including DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, were in criminal contempt of court for willfully violating his orders blocking deportation flights to El Salvador. Boasberg found the government showed "willful disregard" for a clear court order after being notified of it. The DOJ later admitted Noem authorized continuing the flights despite the judicial order. Criminal contempt of court can result in fines or imprisonment.

How did Judge James Boasberg characterize the government's conduct in the Venezuelan deportation case?

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