foster care system

Sen. Jon Ossoff is accused by Georgia's child welfare director of overstating his role in addressing the state's foster care system in a re-election ad. Ossoff's team defends his efforts, citing an investigation and legislation, while the director claims he has not secured necessary funding or reforms.

Sen. Jon Ossoff faces criticism from Georgia's child welfare director, Candice Broce, who accuses him of overstating his role in addressing the state's foster care system for political gain. Broce claims Ossoff has not secured funding or reforms, while his team defends his bipartisan investigation and legislative efforts.

Court filings reveal ongoing issues in Texas' foster care system, including unsafe homes and a child death, despite some improvements. The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services is involved in addressing these concerns.

First Lady Melania Trump will join the House Ways and Means Committee for a roundtable discussing foster care reform as part of the Trump administration's 'Fostering the Future' initiative, which aims to improve educational opportunities and scholarships for children in foster care.