Senator Warns of Rapid Plan to Deport 500+ Unaccompanied Migrant Children

TL;DR
Democratic Sen. Ron Wyden warns the Trump administration is preparing a rapid removal plan for more than 500 unaccompanied migrant children in ORR custody, bypassing protections and humanitarian duties. He urges an immediate halt, noting past rapid deportation attempts and questions sponsor-vetting under the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act. The administration denies plans; advocates say children have faced long stays in shelters while sponsors are sought.
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