Story perspectives

Families Oppose Deportation of Unaccompanied Migrant Children

9/6/2025

32 4

Center

Families Resist Deportations

An internal Guatemalan report shows many families oppose the return of unaccompanied migrant children from the U.S.
Out of 115 families contacted, 59 expressed anger over potential deportation, citing intimidation and safety concerns.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked deportations until September 14, following emergency motions from children's lawyers.
Venezuelan families seek reunification, with mothers likening separations to kidnappings.
Many parents prefer to return with their children, highlighting the importance of family unity.

Right

Children's Safety Initiative

Efforts are underway to locate unaccompanied children who crossed the border during the Biden administration.
A team formed in March, including volunteers from various agencies, operates from a D.C. "war room."
Many children were discovered in poor conditions, facing exploitation and abuse.
Inadequate recordkeeping by the Biden administration has complicated the search.
New measures like DNA testing aim to ensure children's safety with sponsors.

1 of 2

Families Resist Deportations

An internal Guatemalan report shows many families oppose the return of unaccompanied migrant children from the U.S.
Out of 115 families contacted, 59 expressed anger over potential deportation, citing intimidation and safety concerns.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked deportations until September 14, following emergency motions from children's lawyers.
Venezuelan families seek reunification, with mothers likening separations to kidnappings.
Many parents prefer to return with their children, highlighting the importance of family unity.

1 / 2