India, April 17 -- Senator Chris Van Hollen, who visited El Salvador to push for Kilmar Abrego Garcia's return, claimed that President Donald Trump's administration is 'paying' the Central American country to keep the Maryland resident in prison. However, he did not back his claim with evidence.

Kilmar Garcia was arrested and deported to El Salvador last month, after officials claimed that he was associated with the street gang MS-13. However, Democrats immediately slammed the Trump administration. The 29-year-old is currently in prison.

Maryland Sen Van Hollen said Wednesday that El Salvador had denied his request to release Kilmar Garcia, who is a US resident. The lawmaker added that he was also refused a visit or phone call. He asked...