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Federal Funding Cuts Threaten Safety of Unaccompanied Children

4/15/2025

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The IRC raises alarms over looming federal funding cuts that jeopardize vital services for unaccompanied children in the U.S., exposing them to potential exploitation. Without legal representation, many face court unprotected. Bipartisan senators are rallying against these actions, stressing the urgent need for legal aid to safeguard these vulnerable children's rights and safety.

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Story summary

The IRC raises alarms over looming federal funding cuts that jeopardize vital services for unaccompanied children in the U.S., exposing them to potential exploitation. Without legal representation, many face court unprotected. Bipartisan senators are rallying against these actions, stressing the urgent need for legal aid to safeguard these vulnerable children's rights and safety.