DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced the Trump administration has located 129,143+ “unaccompanied children” the Biden administration lost track of, warning many were “exploited, trafficked, and abused“—and vowing to continue the search.
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WASHINGTON — Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem revealed Friday that the Trump administration has located more than 129,143 “unaccompanied children” who went missing under the Biden administration after crossing the U.S. southern border.
“Under @POTUS Trump, @DHSgov and @HHSGov have located more than 129,143 unaccompanied children that the Biden Administration lost,” Noem posted on X.
A Crisis of Exploitation
Noem warned that “too many of these children were exploited, trafficked, and abused” after being released into the U.S. without proper tracking.
“We will continue to ramp up efforts and will not stop until every last child is found,” she said.
Ongoing Search and Accountability
The Biden administration’s handling of unaccompanied minors has faced bipartisan criticism, with reports of children placed with unrelated sponsors or vanishing into exploitative situations.
The Trump administration’s efforts mark a sharp contrast, Noem said, prioritizing child safety and accountability in immigration enforcement.
What’s Next?
Noem’s announcement highlights the scale of the crisis—and the urgency of the Trump administration’s response. As DHS and HHS ramp up operations, she vowed to hold those responsible for the losses accountable.
“This is about protecting the most vulnerable,” Noem said. “We won’t rest until every child is safe.”
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