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Judge Halts Deportation of 69 Unaccompanied Immigrant Children

9/30/2025

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A federal judge in Tucson halted the Trump administration's deportation of 69 unaccompanied children from Guatemala and Honduras.
Advocates say fear in immigrant communities deters potential sponsors, prolonging the children's detention.
Local businesses in New Bedford report sharp declines in sales due to fears of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations, with some owners noting drops up to 50%.

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Story summary

A federal judge in Tucson halted the Trump administration's deportation of 69 unaccompanied children from Guatemala and Honduras.
Advocates say fear in immigrant communities deters potential sponsors, prolonging the children's detention.
Local businesses in New Bedford report sharp declines in sales due to fears of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations, with some owners noting drops up to 50%.