Garcia told CBS News: “This is on its way to a major constitutional crisis. Democrats have to continue to show up and bring attention to this issue.”
“I’m currently in El Salvador representing the people of Orlando, Florida,” Frost said in a video he posted to Instagram that was filmed at the hotel. “As members of Congress, we need to come here and use our privilege to advocate at the highest levels to ensure that Kilmar is brought back home.”
On April 21, the four Democrats held a press conference at the property's outdoor wedding venue, accompanied by Garcia's lawyer. A report from Migrant Insider described the briefing as chaotic.
One reporter noted that the outdoor location with views of the city’s volcano was chosen for its appealing backdrop. Another suggested that the Democratic lawmakers were campaigning for their constituents back home.
The lawmakers ultimately left El Salvador without arranging a meeting with the notorious MS-13 gang member. A third reporter informed Migrant Insider that the lawmakers' trip to the capital city was “pointless.”
James Comer, the chairman of the House Oversight Committee, denied Democrats' request to send an official congressional delegation to El Salvador, which taxpayer dollars would have funded.
Comer sent a letter to Frost and Garcia on April 18, both members of the Oversight Committee.
“It is absurd that you both displayed active hostility for over two years toward the Committee’s oversight of the Biden Border Crisis and the consequences of millions of illegal aliens entering the country, yet now, you are seeking travel at Committee expense to meet with foreign gang members. If you also wish to meet with him, you can spend your own money.”