Nov 24, 2025 · The data in the table below shows state-by-state data of unaccompanied alien children released to sponsors for FY 2026 (since October 1, 2025) as of November 30, 2025.

Every year, thousands of unaccompanied alien children arrive at the U.S. border alone — in search of safety, opportunity or a better life. But for many, the journey brings new dangers.

Jun 5, 2025 · WASHINGTON — In the past four years, the United States saw a record surge in the number of unaccompanied alien children crossing its southern border.

After being separated from their parents, the children – some as young as 18 months – are then treated as "unaccompanied alien children", a category which exists primarily to serve children …

Apr 24, 2025 · HHS is required to provide care for unaccompanied alien children (UAC) when they are referred to the department’s Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) by another …

Mar 11, 2025 · Unaccompanied children are among the most vulnerable individuals attempting to navigate the U.S. immigration system. Most often these children are encountered by U.S. …

UAC are children under age 18 who lack both lawful immigration status in the United States, and a parent or legal guardian in the United States, or a parent or legal guardian in the United …

Dec 16, 2025 · News Kayla Hamilton Act Would Require Vetting of UACs and Ensure They Are Not Placed with Criminal or Illegal Alien Sponsors December 16, 2025 WASHINGTON – …

May 5, 2025 · For years, many undocumented children have arrived in the U.S. alone, hoping to reunite with a family member or family friend.

Dec 5, 2025 · The children of undocumented (often called "illegal") immigrants in the United States typically had no say in their parents' decision to move there, but must contend with the …