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Unaccompanied Children from Central America: Foreign Policy Considerations
Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: August 2014
August 28, 2014
Summary
This report examines policy considerations for Congress in response to the recent influx of unaccompanied alien children (UAC) from Central American countries being apprehended at the U.S. border. The report also discusses current policy framework and the Obama Administration's diplomatic response.
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