Legal Framework

International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights — Article 24

Provides every child the right to special protective measures without discrimination, recognizing children's vulnerability. States, families, and society share responsibility for ensuring adequate protections for minors.

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Midnight Deportation of 76 Guatemalan Children: Labor Day Weekend Mass Removal Attempt

The administration attempted a mass deportation of unaccompanied minor children in the middle of the night during a holiday weekend, circumventing legal protections that require children to appear …

  • On August 31, 2025 (Labor Day weekend), 76 unaccompanied Guatemalan children in US government custody were roused from their beds around …
  • HHS began contacting shelter care providers around 10:00 PM Central time on August 30, ordering them to prepare children for immediate …