Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
On National Missing Children’s Day, the Administration expressed remembrance for every child who remains missing, highlighting the profound loss to families and the nation. It reiterated a commitment to use all resources to ensure the safe return of these children.
The statement noted that past open-border policies over four years resulted in hundreds of thousands of migrant children becoming lost or being placed with unvetted sponsors. Many were unaccompanied minors trafficked across the border, making them vulnerable to sex traffickers and human smugglers. These policies were described as a betrayal of the children, leading to significant suffering and abuse.
The Administration stated it is taking action to reverse this situation, launching collaboration with state and local governments to locate missing children and facilitate their safe return to their home countries, and will persist until all are safe.
Additionally, the borders have been sealed and ICE officers deployed to apprehend illegal alien predators involved in human smuggling. The goal is to dismantle these networks and ensure those endangering children face justice.
The statement highlighted strengthening law enforcement, including funding and resources for police and federal agencies, contributing to historic lows in national crime rates. This reduction is presented as improving safety for American families and children.
Finally, the message reaffirmed the Administration’s promise to pursue every lead and investigation to ensure the protection and freedom of all missing children.