Feds Ask 9th Circ. To Ax 'Outdated' Flores Migrant Kids Pact
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The Trump administration urged the Ninth Circuit to end the 30-year-old Flores settlement governing migrant children, arguing there have been enormous changes to migration patterns and the law.
Introduction
The Trump administration urged the Ninth Circuit to end the 30-year-old Flores settlement governing migrant children, arguing there have been enormous changes to migration patterns and the law.
History of the Agreement
The Flores agreement was signed in 1997 after a lawsuit regarding the conditions of migrant children in detention. The agreement was signed to protect the rights of migrant children.
Trump Administration's Arguments
The Trump administration believes that the Flores agreement is outdated and does not reflect current migration trends. According to them, federal courts should not be involved in the government's immigration practices.
Consequences of Repealing the Agreement
Repealing the Flores agreement could have serious consequences for migrant children. Without the agreement, migrant children could be detained in detention centers for an indefinite period.
What to do next
Source: law360.com