3-year-old suffered sexual abuse during months in immigration custody, family alleges
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A family alleges their 3-year-old daughter was sexually abused during five months in federal immigration custody.
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This raises concerns about the safety and oversight of children held in federal immigration facilities, impacting the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
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An immigrant family alleges that their 3-year-old daughter suffered sexual abuse during her five months in federal immigration custody. The girl's father reportedly spent that time fighting for her release from detention. This accusation highlights severe concerns regarding the safety and oversight of children held in federal immigration facilities. The alleged abuse raises questions about the conditions and protections in place for vulnerable individuals within the immigration system.
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