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Trump administration asks Texas for help providing legal services to immigrant kids facing deportation
Summary by Alamo Heights News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Lomi Kriel | The Texas Tribune , as published by Texas Public Radio (TPR)
· July 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details about this unusual request are available through KSAT 12. In a recent development, the Trump administration has reached out to Texas for assistance.
In a recent development, the Trump administration has reached out to Texas for assistance. The request is related to providing legal services to immigrant children who are facing deportation.
The ask came from top officials at the US Department of Justice to a small Texas state commission leader. This commission is typically involved in aiding criminal defense for low-income Texans.
Further details about this unusual request are available through KSAT 12.
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Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) ·
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