Thousands of immigrant kids risk losing legal aid after Trump administration delays funds

Up to 20,000 unaccompanied immigrant children could lose their federally funded legal representation because the Trump administration has delayed releasing $65 million in appropriated funds for over six months. This move by the Health and Human Services Department’s Office of Refugee Resettlement has left immigration attorneys concerned about the potential impact on these vulnerable kids. The delay is significant because legal representation is crucial for navigating the complex immigration system, and this action risks leaving thousands without the support they need to protect their rights and seek legal pathways to stay in the U.S.