Key Contract Expires: Thousands of Migrant Children in the U.S. Face Risk of Deportation
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
Activists warn that thousands of unaccompanied migrant children in the U.S. could lose their legal representation in immigration courts, increasing their risk of deportation. The contract that provided legal services, which expired on August 31, was crucial for nearly 20,000 children. With the contract's end, legal groups may no longer access shelters to inform children of their rights or represent them in court. Without legal assistance, many minors, including infants and teenagers, could face deportation orders soon. Legal organizations are also facing financial difficulties, with some having to lay off staff due to unpaid government reimbursements.
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