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politics13 days ago•27 min saved

Becerra dodges questions while California's governor frontrunner solidifies lead

Democratic frontrunner Xavier Becerra has dodged detailed questions about his long record, including scrutiny over how he handled migrant children as HHS secretary and a New York Times investigation into labor exploitation. He dismisses attacks as MAGA talking points and pushed back on tough interview requests, while polls show him at or near the lead and fundraising has surged since Swalwell’s exit. Voters view him as a 'safe choice' in a crowded race, even as opponents highlight the Times report and a 2024 inspector general audit finding safety gaps. Becerra says he isn’t responsible for what happened after children left his agency’s care and that he’s moving forward, a strategy some analysts say benefits from his frontrunner status.

via CalMatters|

#california-governor-2026-election #katie-porter #migrant-children

immigration7 months ago•1 min saved

U.S. Offers $2,500 to Unaccompanied Migrant Teens for Voluntary Departure

The Department of Homeland Security is offering a one-time $2,500 stipend to unaccompanied migrant children aged 14 and older to voluntarily leave the U.S., as part of a broader immigration enforcement effort, with restrictions on eligibility including minors no longer in custody and those from Mexico.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#dhs #immigration #immigration-policy

immigration7 months ago•4 min saved

U.S. Offers Money to Unaccompanied Migrant Teens for Voluntary Departure

The Trump administration is offering unaccompanied migrant children over 14 years old $2,500 to voluntarily return to their home countries, a move that has raised concerns among immigration advocates about the treatment of vulnerable children and the use of financial incentives to encourage deportation.

via NBC News|

#hhs #immigration #immigration-policy

immigration7 months ago•2 min saved

U.S. Offers $2,500 to Migrant Teens for Voluntary Departure

The Trump administration offered migrant children $2,500 to voluntarily return to their home countries, aiming to encourage self-deportation, amid concerns about the influence of the financial incentive on children's decision-making and ongoing immigration enforcement efforts.

via AP News|

#financial-incentive #immigration #immigration-policy

immigration7 months ago•4 min saved

U.S. Offers Migrant Teenagers $2,500 to Voluntarily Depart

The Trump administration plans to offer unaccompanied migrant teenagers a $2,500 payment to voluntarily leave the US, as part of efforts to repatriate migrant children and reduce detention costs, with the option first available to 17-year-olds and requiring approval by an immigration judge.

via CNN|

#financial-incentives #immigration #immigration-policy

immigration8 months ago•4 min saved

Judge halts deportation of Guatemalan children amid ongoing legal battles

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deporting unaccompanied Guatemalan migrant children without a deportation order, amid concerns over legal protections and potential harm, just as deportation flights were about to depart.

via CBS News|

#court-order #deportation #guatemala

immigration9 months ago•5 min saved

Judge Denies Trump's Bid to Change Care Standards for Detained Migrant Children

A federal judge rejected the Trump administration's attempt to end the Flores Settlement Agreement, which mandates standards of care and oversight for detained migrant children, citing insufficient compliance and concerns over deteriorating detention conditions. The ruling ensures ongoing oversight and protections for migrant minors in U.S. custody.

via The New York Times|

#court-ruling #detention-conditions #flores-settlement-agreement

immigration1 year ago•8 min saved

Controversy Over ICE Welfare Checks on Migrant Children

Homeland Security agents are conducting surprise wellness checks on unaccompanied migrant children in the U.S., raising concerns that these visits are used to enforce immigration laws and potentially lead to deportations, amid ongoing debates about the treatment and legal protections of these minors.

via The New York Times|

#child-welfare #homeland-security #immigration

immigration2 years ago•1 min saved

"Federal Judge Mandates Safe and Timely Housing for Migrant Children at Border Camps"

A federal judge in California has ruled that migrant children held in open-air desert camps by US Customs and Border Protection must be expeditiously processed and placed in safe and sanitary facilities. The judge's order comes after children's rights attorneys argued that federal immigration officials directed migrants to these camps without providing adequate food, water, shelter, and medical services. The judge also ordered CBP to file an interim report by May 10 on the number of minors held in open-air sites and how the agency has complied with the order.

via CNN|

#cbp #court-order #desert-camps

immigration2 years ago•2 min saved

Judge Orders Swift Relocation of Migrant Children from Open-Air Sites

A federal judge in Los Angeles has ordered U.S. border officials to swiftly process and relocate migrant children from makeshift open-air sites in Southern California, citing squalid conditions and the children's entitlement to rights and protections under the Flores Settlement Agreement. The judge's ruling comes amid a sharp increase in migrant crossings in the region, with advocates applauding the decision and Border Patrol recording nearly 152,000 migrant apprehensions in its San Diego sector in the first five months of fiscal year 2024.

via CBS News|

#border-patrol #california #court-ruling

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Legal Challenges and Care Mandates for Migrant Children at US Border"

A Federal District Court judge has ruled that the U.S. government must promptly provide safe housing for migrant children who cross into the country unlawfully, rather than leaving them in unsafe open-air sites along the border. The decision, which takes immediate effect, establishes that minors at these sites are in the legal custody of the Department of Homeland Security and are entitled to certain rights and protections, regardless of formal processing. This ruling is expected to impact thousands of children and may require U.S. Customs and Border Protection to allocate additional resources to handle the influx of migrants.

via The New York Times|

#border #department-of-homeland-security #health

immigration2 years ago•4 min saved

Judge Orders Border Patrol to Ensure Timely Care for Migrant Children in Camps

A judge ruled that migrant children waiting in makeshift camps along the U.S.-Mexico border for Border Patrol processing are in the agency's custody and subject to a court-supervised agreement setting standards for their treatment. The Department of Homeland Security must quickly process the children and place them in safe and sanitary facilities. The ruling comes amid a legal challenge focusing on two areas in California, where migrants wait for several days for processing. The decision could have far-reaching implications as families with children increasingly make perilous journeys to the border, putting different stresses on federal agencies historically more geared toward adults.

via The Associated Press|

#border-patrol #court-ruling #custody

immigration2 years ago•3 min saved

Tragedy Strikes Chicago Migrant Shelter: 5-Year-Old Boy's Death Sparks Investigation and Criticism

A five-year-old migrant boy, Juan Carlos Martinez, died at a Chicago shelter where four other children were hospitalized. The city claims there is no evidence of an infectious disease outbreak at the shelter, but residents have reported medical emergencies and a lack of access to medical care. The shelter, which serves around 2,300 people, has been a destination for migrants seeking shelter in Chicago, which has received nearly 26,000 newcomers since August 2022. Concerns about the health and safety of migrants have been raised, with some residents calling for a cap on the number of migrants being accepted. The city denies allegations of inadequate healthcare access for migrants.

via New York Post |

#chicago-shelter #healthcare-access #illness-outbreak

labor-rights2 years ago•8 min saved

Underage Worker Tragically Killed in Poultry Plant Mishap with False Identity

A 16-year-old employee at a Mississippi poultry plant died after being sucked into equipment, and it was revealed that he had obtained the job using the identity of a 32-year-old man. This incident highlights the ease with which migrant children are finding work in dangerous industries and the challenges companies face in verifying their true ages. The number of children working illegally has nearly doubled since 2019, with ongoing child labor investigations across industries. Mar-Jac Poultry, the company involved, blamed a staffing agency for the hiring of the teenager. The Labor Department is investigating the hiring of the minor and the accident itself, while the Department of Homeland Security is supporting the investigation. Other companies, including Tyson Foods and Perdue Farms, are also under investigation for alleged child labor violations.

via Yahoo News|

#child-labor #identity-theft #labor-rights

labor-rights2 years ago•8 min saved

Underage Worker's Tragic Death Exposes Shocking Case of Identity Fraud in Poultry Plant

via Yahoo Finance|

#child-labor #identity-theft #labor-rights