Children

Justice for Audrii: New Texas Law Closes Loophole in Sex Offender Registration to Protect Children

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LUFKIN, Texas — In the wake of the tragic murder of 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham in February, Texas lawmakers have taken swift action to address gaps in the state’s sex offender registration process. As of September 1, the newly enacted legislation, known as Audrii’s Law, aims to enhance protections for children and families across the state. State Representative Trent Ashby spearheaded the initiative, emphasizing its importance to Texas communities. “This may well be the most significant bill I have worked on during my time in the Texas House,” Ashby remarked. Audrii was murdered by family friend … Read more

Judge Halts Deportation, Protecting Hundreds of Guatemalan Children from Forced Removal

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A federal judge in California has intervened to prevent the deportation of hundreds of Guatemalan children, ordering the Biden administration to pause its planned removals temporarily. This ruling comes amid growing concerns regarding the treatment of these young migrants and the potential consequences of their expulsion from the United States. The decision was prompted by a joint lawsuit filed by a coalition of advocacy groups, emphasizing the urgent need to address the vulnerabilities faced by these children. The groups argued that the deportation of minors, particularly those fleeing violence and poverty in their home country, … Read more

Federal Judge Halts Deportation of Guatemalan Children, Paving the Way for New Legal Protections

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A federal judge in San Francisco has issued a ruling that prevents the deportation of Guatemalan children who arrived in the U.S. without their families. The decision reflects ongoing concerns about the treatment of unaccompanied minors and the challenges they face in seeking asylum. In her ruling, Judge Emily Maxfield highlighted the potential dangers these children would encounter if returned to Guatemala, which remains fraught with violence and poverty. The case specifically involved children who crossed the border recently and sought legal protection in the U.S. amid ongoing concerns about conditions in their home country. … Read more

Federal Judge Halts Late-Night Deportation of Unaccompanied Guatemalan Children, Sparking Legal Showdown

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A federal judge in New York has intervened to halt the Trump administration’s plan to deport dozens of unaccompanied minors from Guatemala, following an urgent appeal from legal advocates. The children were reportedly set to be flown back to Guatemala early Sunday morning, prompting an emergency lawsuit and a swift judicial response. The National Immigration Law Center filed a class action lawsuit shortly after 1 a.m. ET, claiming they were informed that flights for the minors were scheduled to depart within the next few hours. The lawsuit contended that the administration was unlawfully transferring the … Read more