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Thousands of immigrant kids risk losing legal aid after Trump administration delays funds
Thousands of unaccompanied immigrant children risk losing legal representation as the Trump administration withholds $65 million in Congress-approved funds. The delay forces children to represent themselves in immigration court, increasing deportation risks, and has led to legal aid organizations halting partnerships due to lack of reimbursement.
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