"The abrupt termination of the contract with the nonprofit and the DOJâs proposal raises concerns about the governmentâs ability to support thousands of complex immigration cases."
"The ACLU argues that the Justice Department lacks the necessary resources and preparation to adequately assist the potential influx of separated migrant families seeking legal help."
The U.S. Department of Justice has discontinued its contract with Acacia, a nonprofit providing legal assistance to migrant families separated under the Trump administration. The ACLU challenged this move in court, arguing that the DOJ lacks the capability to handle the legal complexities facing potentially 8,000 individuals. In 2023, a settlement agreement was made with the Biden administration to help these families, which includes pathways to temporary immigration status and legal support. The abrupt change raises serious concerns about the adequacy of resources for affected families navigating the immigration system.
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