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Legal Battles Halt Deportations of Guatemalan Minors

9/8/2025

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Story summary
  • A government memo reveals many Guatemalan parents prefer their children remain in the U.S.
  • A federal judge has temporarily halted deportations of Guatemalan minors amid ongoing legal proceedings.
  • FIRRP filed a lawsuit to stop the deportation of Honduran children, citing imminent removal risks.
  • The Trump administration's attempt to deport 76 Guatemalan children faced legal challenges over Labor Day.
  • A 2008 law ensures minors can appear before an immigration judge, highlighting legal protections.