Immigrant girl, 3, suffered alleged sexual abuse in federal custody, family says
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A 3-year-old immigrant girl allegedly suffered sexual abuse while in federal custody at a foster home.
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This highlights potential risks and vulnerabilities for children in federal immigration custody, particularly those separated from their parents.
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An immigrant girl, 3, allegedly suffered sexual abuse while in federal custody, according to her family. The abuse reportedly occurred at a foster home where immigration officials placed the girl after separating her from her mother. Her father discovered the alleged abuse after turning to the courts to secure her release from custody. The girl had been separated from her mother after they crossed the US-Mexico border.
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The girl's father turned to the courts to secure her release from custody, leading to the discovery of the alleged abuse.
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