The Trump Administration has been pushing to deport unaccompanied minors at a rapid pace. In New York City, immigration judge Jem Sponzo ordered a dozen teenagers deported in less than an hour, with the cases being entirely virtual. This approach has raised concerns about due process and the well-being of children.
The Department of Justice has made it clear that it wants to hire 'deportation judges' who will prioritize the timely completion of cases, including those of unaccompanied alien children. This shift in approach has led to a significant increase in the number of minors being deported.
The Trump Administration's efforts to remove more children and teens are part of a broader effort to carry out the largest lawful deportation operation in history. Critics argue that this approach is inhumane and ignores the vulnerabilities of these children, who are often fleeing violence and persecution in their home countries.
