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US Senator warns of administration plan to hastily remove over 500 unaccompanied migrant children
By Valerie Gonzalez And Rebecca Santana, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 25, 2026
· 5 min read
A Democratic U.S. senator warns the Trump administration is getting ready to round up 500 immigrant children in a hasty effort to remove them from the country, bypassing legal protections. It would be their second attempt after a federal court intervened last year in an overnight plan to fly out ...
Key takeaway senator warns the Trump administration is getting ready to round up 500 immigrant children in a hasty effort to remove them from the country, bypassing legal protections.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The potential removal of over 500 unaccompanied migrant children has significant implications for the Alamo Heights community, given its proximity to San Antonio, a major hub for migrant services and advocacy. Local residents and organizations have been actively involved in providing support and resources to migrant families, and any hasty removal efforts could disrupt these efforts and cause undue harm to the children. The fact that the Trump administration has attempted similar removals in the past, including an overnight plan to fly out hundreds of children on Labor Day weekend, raises concerns about the potential for chaos and trauma in local communities. As the situation unfolds, Alamo Heights residents should be aware of the potential impact on local migrant services and advocacy groups, and be prepared to respond to any developments that may affect the community's ability to provide support and care to these vulnerable children.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? A Democratic U.S. senator warns the Trump administration is getting ready to round up 500 immigrant children in a hasty effort to remove them from the country, bypassing legal protections. It would be their second attempt after a federal court intervened last year in an overnight plan to fly out ...
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