Key Contract Expires: Thousands of Migrant Children in the U.S. Face Risk of Deportation
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
Activists warn that tens of thousands of unaccompanied migrant children in the U.S. may lose their legal representation in immigration courts due to the expiration of a key contract with legal service providers. This contract, which ended on August 31, allowed nearly 100 legal groups to assist around 20,000 children. Without legal support, these vulnerable minors, including infants and teenagers, face a heightened risk of deportation. Organizations like Estrella El Paso are already experiencing layoffs and financial difficulties, as they have not received payments for months. The situation raises concerns about the future of these children and their legal rights.
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