Vulnerable Voices: Unaccompanied Minors at the Border

This chapter highlights the critical and urgent issues surrounding unaccompanied minor children crossing the border, focusing on their vulnerability amid allegations of human trafficking. The discussion critiques government inaction and systemic failures in the vetting and placement processes, raising serious concerns about child safety. Furthermore, the chapter explores potential legal accountability and the necessity for significant reforms in immigration policy to ensure the protection and well-being of these vulnerable children.