A growing number of pediatricians have sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) demanding the release of children currently held in ICE detention, citing the adverse effects on their mental health. Therapists in Kansas City report increased immigration-related stress manifesting in the children they counsel. Advocacy from figures like Wendy Cervantes emphasizes the need for improved protections for these vulnerable immigrant kids. Reports reveal a sharp rise in the number of minors detained, with alarming conditions reported in facilities, including issues with health and safety. Personal accounts from advocates like Rümeysa Öztürk highlight the traumatic experiences faced by children in detention, raising critical questions about child development and wellbeing. As families grapple with explaining ICE to their children, the situation calls for immediate action and accountability from the government.