Judge John E. Steele
Judge John E. Steele presides over high-profile cases, including the release of a Cuban hijacker after 22 years in U.S. prison, emphasizing justice and freedom.
"Freedom Was My Dream": Cuban Plane Hijacker Reflects on 22 Years in U.S. Prison
Published on 7/11/2026
Judge Orders Release of Cuban Hijacker from 2003 Plane Diversion to Florida
Published on 7/8/2026