Over 25,000 unaccompanied migrant children in the United States are facing a significant legal crisis as federal funding for their legal representation has ended. With the expiration of a federal contract, these children are now at risk of deportation without access to legal counsel. In New York alone, around 1,400 children may have to navigate the complex immigration court system on their own, raising concerns among advocates regarding their safety and rights. Legal aid programs, such as those operational in El Paso and Connecticut, have also shut down, further exacerbating the challenges these vulnerable minors face. Lawmakers and legal experts warn that the situation could worsen, with many children potentially facing removal orders without proper legal support, effectively placing them at the mercy of the immigration system.