The number of migrant kids in U.S. detention centers has reached its highest ever: 12,800. A year ago, the number was closer to 2000. The reason for the huge increase: The Trump administration changed the policy when it comes to temporary foster placement.
What’s driving the record number of migrant kids in U.S. detention?
Credits
Guest:
- Caitlin Dickerson - immigration reporter for The Atlantic - @itscaitlinhd