Family separation, mass deportation and an end to DACA are among the threats to immigrant children that advocates fear Trump will bring in with him.

Summary

Immigrant advocates fear children will face severe hardships under Trump’s second term, citing potential policies like reinstating family separations, mass deportations, and reduced protections for migrant youth.

Trump officials may target laws like the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, limiting asylum options for unaccompanied minors.

Advocates also worry about renewed efforts to end DACA, threatening deportation for over 500,000 recipients.

Experts warn these actions could cause lasting psychological harm to children and families, exacerbating trauma across generations.