California Democratic Primary

Xavier Becerra, a former HHS Secretary and California Democratic gubernatorial candidate, faces criticism over a 2023 scandal involving missing migrant children during his tenure. A New York Times investigation revealed systemic failures, including unsafe releases and missing documentation, while Becerra defended his actions as addressing a 'broken' immigration system.

Xavier Becerra, former HHS Secretary, faces scrutiny over a scandal involving missing migrant children during his tenure. Critics argue that rushed processing led to safety risks, while Becerra claims children were placed with vetted sponsors. The HHS Office of Inspector General later confirmed gaps in sponsor screening and follow-up procedures.