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Immigration Agents' Tear Gas Harms 79 Children, No Standards

5/15/2026

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Story summary

Immigration officers can use tear-gas and pepper-spray without a national standard, unlike police.
79 children were harmed by tear-gas or pepper-spray used by immigration officials in 2026.
A six-month-old baby stopped breathing after a tear-gas canister rolled under its car.
A 12-year-old boy developed hives, respiratory issues and an inhaler requirement after tear-gas seeped into his home.
Medical experts say exposed children may suffer mental-health effects and recommend psychological support.

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Story summary

Immigration officers can use tear-gas and pepper-spray without a national standard, unlike police.
79 children were harmed by tear-gas or pepper-spray used by immigration officials in 2026.
A six-month-old baby stopped breathing after a tear-gas canister rolled under its car.
A 12-year-old boy developed hives, respiratory issues and an inhaler requirement after tear-gas seeped into his home.
Medical experts say exposed children may suffer mental-health effects and recommend psychological support.