Trump Administration Halts Legal Aid for Unaccompanied Migrant Children, Leaving Thousands Without Representation
The Trump administration has implemented significant cuts to legal aid for unaccompanied migrant children, affecting nearly 26,000 vulnerable minors. As a result, many children are now forced to navigate the complexities of the immigration court system without legal representation. Organizations across the country have received stop work orders, halting their ability to provide necessary support. In states like Oregon and Texas, several nonprofits that once offered legal services to unaccompanied minors have been particularly impacted, leading to a freeze on funding and the cessation of critical legal assistance. Advocates are raising alarms over the implications of these cuts, which could lead to increased deportations and further trauma for these children.
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